The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 9,687 kilometers (6,019 miles / 5,230 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 169°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Netherlands with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:04 in Amsterdam, it's 09:04 in Cape Town.

The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 352° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.