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Planning a trip from Cape Town to Amsterdam? Book your flights to Amsterdam from Cape Town with eDreams and let us handle the details. We offer a wide selection of flights to Amsterdam from Cape Town.

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.

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 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 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.

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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