Amsterdam to Cape Town Flight Duration

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What is the flight duration from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
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Average flight time is 11 hours 20 minutes

The fastest flight time from Amsterdam to Cape Town is 11 hours 20 minutes

Amsterdam to Cape Town flight duration breakdown

Average flight duration 11 hours 20 minutes
Shortest flight duration 11 hours 20 minutes
Longest flight duration 11 hours 20 minutes
The average flight time from Amsterdam to Cape Town is 11 hours 20 minutes. However, the duration of flights can differ depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air. This means individual flight times can be quicker, but on occasion, they can also be longer.

The distance from Amsterdam to Cape Town is 6,018 miles / 9,685 km

Amsterdam airports

Amsterdam has 1 airport: Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

If you don't fancy flying from Amsterdam there are a number of airports nearby that fly to Cape Town: Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM), Eindhoven Airport (EIN), Groningen Airport Eelde (GRQ) and Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST).

Cape Town airports

Cape Town has 1 airport: Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

If you don't fancy flying from Cape Town there are a number of airports nearby that fly to Amsterdam: Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) and Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR).

We found some additional routes that may be of interest to you: Amsterdam to South Africa, Amsterdam to Johannesburg and Utrecht to South Africa.

Amsterdam & Cape Town local times and timezones

Amsterdam
CET +01:00
SAST +02:00
Cape Town
Amsterdam, Netherlands is 1 hour behind of Cape Town, South Africa

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Amsterdam to Cape Town FAQs

How long does it take to fly from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

On average, the flight time from Amsterdam to Cape Town is 11 hours 20 minutes. But remember, flight times can vary slightly depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air.

This means that your flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town could be longer or shorter than the average flight time.
What is the distance between Amsterdam and Cape Town?

The distance between Amsterdam and Cape Town is 6,018 miles or 9,685 km.
What is the shortest flight duration from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

The shortest flight time from Amsterdam to Cape Town is 11 hours 20 minutes. However, flight times can vary depending on weather conditions, air congestion and flight path, so this time is never guaranteed.
Can I fly from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

The average flight time from Amsterdam to Cape Town is 11 hours 20 minutes. Nearby airport to consider flying from include: Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) Check ticket prices and review carrier requirements carefully before booking your trip.
What is the timezone difference between Amsterdam and Cape Town?

The time zone difference between Amsterdam and Cape Town is -1 hour.