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R5 934+ Cheap flights to Amsterdam

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Nov 29 — Dec 61
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Flights to Amsterdam in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Amsterdam

Tue 3/1120:40 -
1 stop13h 20m
Tue 10/1120:00 -
1 stop13h 00m
Deal found 25/10R12 234
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1 stop13h 20m
Mon 30/1119:55 -
1 stop13h 00m
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1 stop13h 20m
Wed 11/1119:55 -
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Mon 23/1120:40 -
1 stop13h 20m
Mon 30/1119:55 -
1 stop13h 00m
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Mon 23/1120:40 -
1 stop18h 45m
Mon 30/1115:15 -
1 stop17h 45m
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Thu 5/1119:55 -
1 stop22h 10m
Thu 19/1113:40 -
1 stop19h 15m
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Sat 21/1119:55 -
1 stop14h 45m
Fri 4/1211:00 -
1 stop22h 40m
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Sun 8/1119:55 -
1 stop22h 00m
Tue 24/1115:15 -
1 stop17h 45m
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Thu 5/1120:40 -
1 stop13h 20m
Fri 13/118:45 -
1 stop23h 55m
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Tue 10/1119:45 -
2 stops18h 15m
Sun 15/1117:45 -
1 stop15h 10m
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Mon 16/1119:55 -
1 stop18h 05m
Fri 20/1110:55 -
1 stop21h 45m
Deal found 25/10R12 549
Thu 12/1119:45 -
2 stops18h 15m
Wed 25/1119:55 -
1 stop13h 00m
Deal found 27/10R12 583

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R12 350

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Average price

R13 746
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 23/11-30/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Amsterdam
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Air Europa
  • Air Europa
  • 13/2-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Amsterdam
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JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/12

17:00-8:55

2 stops40h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 530

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/12

1:35-8:45

2 stops32h 10m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 546

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

17:00-15:55

3 stops47h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 563

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/12

1:35-22:40

2 stops22h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 796

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

1:35-9:15

3 stops32h 40m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 244

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

9:50-7:00

1 stop22h 10m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 627

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

1:35-8:20

3 stops31h 45m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 876

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/12

20:40-18:55

3 stops23h 15m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 992

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

15:05-13:20

3 stops23h 15m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 253

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/11

20:40-9:00

1 stop13h 20m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 30/11

14:45-9:55

2 stops18h 10m

R12 849

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Amsterdam

How long is the flight to Amsterdam?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Amsterdam takes 16 hours 37 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.

Weekly flight availability to Amsterdam

The most flights from Johannesburg to Amsterdam are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Amsterdam?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Amsterdam are KLM, Emirates and Turkish Airlines.

KLM
KLM
From R13 150
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 591
Emirates
Emirates
From R12 462
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R10 647

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Amsterdam?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Amsterdam are Virgin Atlantic, Lufthansa and SWISS.

Rainfall in Amsterdam 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

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).

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 75 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Amsterdam

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,KLM, andTurkish Airlines 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 595 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 461 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 715 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 298 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

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 4 flights from Johannesburg to Schiphol per day from 13 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, Emirates 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 R232, while return flights cost around R2 186.

  • How much is a return flight to Amsterdam?

    A return flight to Amsterdam will typically cost around R9 650, however they can be found for as little as R2 186.

  • 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 0 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. YOTELAIR Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is the closest property to Amsterdam Schiphol (0,0 km away from Amsterdam Schiphol).

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