Amsterdam to Cape Town Flights
Flights from Amsterdam (AMS) to Cape Town (CPT) connect Netherlands and South Africa. The great-circle distance is approximately 9,688 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 13 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include AMS and CPT. The reverse route is Cape Town to Amsterdam. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Destination
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Distance
- 9,688 km
- Typical duration
- about 13 hours
- Origin codes
- AMS
- Destination codes
- CPT
- Primary keyword
- flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town
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Route overview
Amsterdam to Cape Town is a city-pair air route between Netherlands and South Africa. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are AMS and CPT. Related codes: AMS → CPT.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 9,688 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 13 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Amsterdam airports and metro codes: AMS.
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Cape Town to Amsterdam, other destinations from Amsterdam, and other origins into Cape Town.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
Direct flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town typically take about 13 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
The great-circle distance between Amsterdam and Cape Town is approximately 9,688 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
Amsterdam is commonly searched with code AMS (related: AMS). Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT).
Are there direct flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Cape Town to Amsterdam?
The reverse city pair is Cape Town to Amsterdam. Distance is the same great-circle measure (9,688 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Amsterdam to Cape Town route connect?
This route connects Netherlands (Amsterdam) with South Africa (Cape Town).