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Cape Town Amsterdam

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Wed, 05 Feb CPT - AMS

Thu, 13 Feb AMS - CPT

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14755R 12751R

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Tue, 11 Mar CPT - AMS

5503R 5168R

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Fri, 31 Jan CPT - AMS

Tue, 18 Feb AMS - CPT

6658R 6255R

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Sun, 26 Jan CPT - AMS

Mon, 10 Feb AMS - CPT

12798R 11921R

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Sun, 09 Feb CPT - AMS

Mon, 24 Feb AMS - CPT

13030R 12138R

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Wed, 12 Feb CPT - AMS

Thu, 27 Feb AMS - CPT

13046R 12145R

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Currency and cost comparison

Train Local, one-way ticket

212% Trains are 212% more expensive in Amsterdam than in Cape Town.

Cape Town 20R

Amsterdam 62,36R

Meal Mid-priced restaurant

137% The average meal is 137% more expensive in Amsterdam than in Cape Town.

Cape Town 172,5R

Amsterdam 409,25R

Taxi Standard daytime start rate

219% Taxis are 219% more expensive in Amsterdam than in Cape Town.

Cape Town 24,5R

Amsterdam 78,15R

Coffee Regular cappuccino

112% Coffee is 112% more expensive in Amsterdam than in Cape Town.

Cape Town 36,32R

Amsterdam 77,11R

Exchange rate

1 ZAR = 0.06 EUR

1 EUR = 19.62 ZAR

Last checked on 18 January 2025

Distance: 9689 kms

Cape Town airports

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) How far from city centre: 18 kms

Amsterdam airports

Schiphol (AMS) How far from city centre: 2 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam

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Time Difference between Cape Town and Amsterdam

Amsterdam is 1 hour behind Cape Town. Don't forget to account for any potential Daylight Saving Time differences. Check the current time in both cities before your flights to Amsterdam from Cape Town to avoid any surprises.

Best Time to Fly to Amsterdam

Amsterdam experiences a moderate climate, with relatively mild winters and cool summers. While there isn't a bad time to visit, the best time for pleasant weather and fewer crowds is during the shoulder seasons (spring and autumn). Consider booking flights to Amsterdam from Cape Town between mid-March and early May for tulip season or September and October for crisp air and the changing colours. Summer (June-August) offers warm temperatures but can be more crowded. Winter (December-February) sees average temperatures around freezing and occasional snowfall.

Spring: 8-18°C, Summer: 17-25°C, Autumn: 8-18°C, Winter: 0-7°C.

Cape Town Airports

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is the primary airport serving Cape Town, and a major hub for flights to Amsterdam from Cape Town. It's the second busiest airport in South Africa and the fourth busiest in Africa.

Airport Information

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Located about 20 kilometres from Cape Town city centre, this airport offers both domestic and international flights to Amsterdam from Cape Town. It features a domestic and an international terminal, connected by a central terminal. Cape Town International Airport is the only airport in the Cape Town metropolitan area offering scheduled passenger services. It replaced Wingfield Aerodrome and opened in 1954. You can find great deals on flights to Amsterdam from Cape Town with us!

Main Airlines for this route

Here are three airlines that often offer flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam:

KLM
British Airways
Lufthansa

Amsterdam Airports

Amsterdam is served by one major airport, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS).

Airport Information

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is the main international airport of the Netherlands, located approximately 21 km southwest of Amsterdam city centre. It's a significant European hub, handling numerous flights to Cape Town and other international destinations.

Airport Facilities

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol offers a wide variety of amenities, including restaurants, bars, shopping (including duty-free), baggage wrapping, luggage storage, workstations, pharmacies, medical services, banks, ATMs, currency exchange, family services, play zones, lost and found offices, a meditation centre, an airport park, lounges, spa facilities, shower facilities, airport hotels, Wi-Fi, travel agencies, tour operators, information kiosks, and special services and amenities for passengers with disabilities.

Getting to Amsterdam City Centre

Public Transport: The train is the fastest and most economical way to reach Amsterdam Centraal Station from the airport, taking around 18 minutes. Buses also connect the airport to various city centre locations, with journeys taking approximately 30 minutes. Consider booking your flights to Amsterdam from Cape Town with eDreams and easily add train or bus tickets to streamline your travel plans.
Taxi: Taxis are readily available outside Schiphol Plaza, offering a convenient but more expensive mode of transport to the city centre (around 25 minutes).
Car: Car rental services, including eDreams, are available at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, enabling exploration of the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. eDreams offers competitive car rental deals, so remember to book your rental car through our platform when booking your flights to Amsterdam from Cape Town.

What to Do and See in Amsterdam

If you've booked your flights to Amsterdam from Cape Town with eDreams, get ready for an unforgettable adventure! Amsterdam is a vibrant city with a rich history and culture.

Canal Cruise: Explore Amsterdam's iconic canals and charming bridges. A leisurely cruise offers picturesque views of the city's historic architecture.
Rijksmuseum: Immerse yourself in Dutch art and history at the Rijksmuseum, home to masterpieces by Rembrandt and Vermeer.
Anne Frank House: Reflect on history at the Anne Frank House, a poignant reminder of World War II and a testament to the human spirit.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?

Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Netherlands. At eDreams have you covered!

For flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam, how can I find the cheapest price?

The cheapest price for a flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam is R5168. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Amsterdam more expensive than Cape Town to visit?

Looking at cab fares, a ride in Amsterdam costs about $ 78.15 ZAR, 219% more expensive than Cape Town, with a fare of $ 24.50 ZAR, while train tickets cost 212% more at Amsterdam: $ 62.36 ZAR versus $ 20.00 ZAR at Cape Town. If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 409.25 ZAR in Amsterdam, 137% more than the 172.50 ZAR in Cape Town. The price of the coffee is around 112% more expensive in Amsterdam, with an average of 77.11 ZAR , while in Cape Town the coffee costs 36.32 ZAR.

How long does the flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam take?

Flight length from Cape Town to Amsterdam is around 17:52 hours on average, at an average distance of 13 626 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Amsterdam compared to Cape Town?

While in Cape Town the temperatures can reach an average of 28.98 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 9.0 mm ,Amsterdam's temperatures can go up to 30.44 ºC during the hot season, with 6.0 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -2.89 ºC in Amsterdam, compared to the 4.54 ºC average degrees reported in Cape Town. During the winter period, Cape Town can register 12.0 mm precipitation, while Amsterdam have an average of 3.0 mm rain level.

Which airports have flights between Cape Town and Amsterdam?

The main route from Cape Town to Amsterdam is: Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Schiphol (AMS). The following airlines fly this route: Lufthansa. Swiss International Air Lines. Klm Royal Dutch Airlines.