R5 922+ Cheap flights to Amsterdam

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— AMS
Jun 17 — Jun 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Amsterdam in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Amsterdam
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Amsterdam. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 18 May 2026.

Fri 22/519:50
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sun 14/616:15
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop18h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/5R12 478
Fri 22/512:40
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop32h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/616:15
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop18h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/5R12 495
Sun 7/619:50
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop18h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sat 20/616:15
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/5R12 511
Sun 17/512:40
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sat 30/516:15
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop18h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/5R12 528
Sat 30/519:50
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/616:15
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop35h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/5R12 545
Wed 2/920:55
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop17h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 23/922:15
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop17h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/5R12 595
Thu 30/712:40
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop25h 15m
Qatar Airways
Wed 28/1015:05
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/5R12 628
Mon 18/512:40
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 25/516:15
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop18h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/5R12 645
Fri 12/613:30
JNB
-
AMS
2 stops32h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 26/923:20
AMS
-
JNB
2 stops34h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/5R12 695
Sat 30/519:50
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sat 13/616:15
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop35h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/5R12 711
Tue 13/1017:50
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop19h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 4/1122:40
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/5R12 728
Mon 8/613:30
JNB
-
AMS
2 stops44h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 20/923:20
AMS
-
JNB
2 stops34h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/5R12 745

Find flight deals to Amsterdam

Find the latest flights to Amsterdam in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 18 May 2026.

Return from

R12 478

One-way from

R5 922

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 795
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 7/6-20/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Amsterdam
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Amsterdam
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R985 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R175 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in May 2026

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Locate flights to Amsterdam that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 18 May 2026.
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

13:30-21:55

2 stops32h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 15/6

23:20-10:30

1 stop35h 10m

R14 513

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

10:05-13:15

1 stop27h 10m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 8/7

11:25-20:35

1 stop33h 10m

R14 780

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

13:30-17:30

2 stops28h 00m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 8/7

11:15-9:40

2 stops22h 25m

R17 616

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

12:40-20:45

1 stop32h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 24/8

16:15-16:50

2 stops24h 35m

R18 383
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

23:15-10:20

Nonstop11h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 20/6

10:35-21:20

Nonstop10h 45m

R18 450

JohannesburgAmsterdam

HLA - AMS

HLAAMS

Johannesburg Lanseria

Thu 11/6

9:40-20:45

3 stops35h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 25/6

22:15-11:20

2 stops37h 05m

R18 567

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

23:15-10:20

Nonstop11h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 23/9

10:35-21:20

Nonstop10h 45m

R19 317

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

15:05-13:55

2 stops22h 50m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 23/6

16:15-15:15

3 stops23h 00m

R19 968

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

19:50-18:35

2 stops46h 45m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 25/6

20:25-4:00

2 stops31h 35m

R20 302

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

14:40-14:45

3 stops24h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 3/6

21:40-4:00

2 stops30h 20m

R21 419

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Amsterdam

When is the best time to book a flight to Amsterdam?

The price you pay for your flight to Amsterdam may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Amsterdam?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Amsterdam takes 16 hours 52 minutes. Flights to Amsterdam from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Amsterdam?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Amsterdam are Lufthansa, SWISS and Turkish Airlines.

Rainfall in Amsterdam by month

Plan your trip to Amsterdam by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Amsterdam ranges from 30.0 - 100.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Amsterdam when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Amsterdam by month

Plan your trip to Amsterdam by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Amsterdam, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 16.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of February, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Amsterdam

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Amsterdam. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Amsterdam. Reviews last updated 18 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,KLM, andLufthansa to the Netherlands. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

FAQs about flying to Amsterdam

Amsterdam climate

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What is good to know if travelling to Amsterdam?

  • If peddling your way through the city on a guided tour with a pint of lager is something you’d like to do on your trip to Amsterdam, then do it. It comes highly recommended.
  • For visitors who are up for outdoor fun, biking through the city is a great way to have an authentic lifestyle experience in Amsterdam. Bike hire outlets abound so find your ride and start exploring.
  • After booking plane tickets to Amsterdam, you may want to do some research on its cultural attractions. The city is home to the Van Gogh Museum which has the biggest collection of his paintings in the world as well as sketches and letters written by him.
  • The Koninklijk Paleis (Royal Palace) in Amsterdam is one of three palaces in the Netherlands. The luxury of its elaborate style and furnishings makes it one of the city’s most popular attractions.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Amsterdam?

    If you book a flight to Amsterdam, you will be flying into Schiphol, which is the city’s only airport. Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) is located 11,4 km from the centre of Amsterdam. There are 3 flights from Johannesburg to Schiphol per day from 15 different airlines.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Amsterdam if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Amsterdam on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Amsterdam?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Amsterdam.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Amsterdam?

    Amsterdam Schiphol is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Amsterdam. One-way flights to Amsterdam Schiphol typically cost R720, while return flights cost around R2 460.

  • How much is a return flight to Amsterdam?

    A return flight to Amsterdam will typically cost around R12 802, however they can be found for as little as R2 460.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Amsterdam depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Amsterdam, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (11 hours 5 minutes).

  • Does Amsterdam Schiphol have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Amsterdam Schiphol can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Amsterdam Schiphol?

    Yes. Amsterdam Schiphol has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Mercure Hotel Schiphol Terminal is the closest property to Amsterdam Schiphol (0,0 km away from Amsterdam Schiphol).

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