Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Around 11 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cape Town International Airport.
Cape Town is one hour ahead of Amsterdam and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Take your pick of ten weekly Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cape Town International Airport flights. The 09:55 departure with KLM is the earliest flight you can take. KLM operates the latest service of the day at 10:20.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your AMS to CPT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak month like June? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
KLM is your gateway to exploring Cape Town (and perhaps some other great parts of South Africa!). Browse the direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cape Town International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is KLM.
KLM is the most punctual carrier that offers AMS to CPT flights, with 73.24% of its services reaching their destination on time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cape Town International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between AMS and CPT include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
R 6,645 is currently the best price for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cape Town International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 10,506. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AMS to CPT if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cape Town International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from AMS to CPT.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
67.93% of flights that take off from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol land at their destination on schedule.
Central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near AMS? If you're catching an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Reserve a hotel near CPT if you're on a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cape Town International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cape Town and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Cape Town. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Cape Town based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cape Town International Airport for February if you'd like to visit Cape Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AMS to CPT sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Africa just waiting to be explored. Around 56 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, a trip to Paarl will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in South Africa, head for Worcester, roughly 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are highlights.
