Amsterdam (AMS) to Cape Town (CPT)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 6,019 | 9,630 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 6,019 | 9,630 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 6,019 | 9,029 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 6,019 | 9,029 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 6,019 | 12,038 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 6,019 | 9,029 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
Flights between Amsterdam and Cape Town follow a "great circle" route that curves over the Earth's surface - this is actually shorter than flying in a straight line on a flat map!
✈️ Flight Details
The AMS to CPT route connects Amsterdam, Netherlands with Cape Town, South Africa. This long-haul flight covers 6,019 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This international flight crosses from Netherlands to South Africa. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a S bearing of 169° from Amsterdam. There is a 1 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About AMS
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) serves Amsterdam, Netherlands.
🛬 About CPT
Cape Town International Airport
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) serves Cape Town, South Africa.