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R6 151+ Cheap flights to Amsterdam

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Oct 7 — Oct 141
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Flights to Amsterdam in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Amsterdam

Sat 17/109:45 -
1 stop33h 25m
Thu 29/1021:20 -
1 stop34h 00m
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Wed 28/109:50 -
1 stop22h 10m
Sun 1/119:40 -
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Mon 9/1119:45 -
2 stops22h 00m
Mon 16/1112:25 -
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Mon 19/1016:15 -
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Mon 9/1119:45 -
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Tue 17/1110:00 -
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Thu 1/109:40 -
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Tue 13/1016:15 -
3 stops23h 45m
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  • 67h 25m total
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JohannesburgAmsterdam

HLA Johannesburg Lanseria - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

HLAAMS

Johannesburg Lanseria

Wed 30/9

6:30-22:20

3 stops39h 50m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 390

JohannesburgAmsterdam

HLA Johannesburg Lanseria - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

HLAAMS

Johannesburg Lanseria

Thu 1/10

16:45-20:55

2 stops28h 10m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 677

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

20:55-20:45

1 stop23h 50m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 964

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

13:45-12:50

2 stops24h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 569

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/12

1:35-22:40

2 stops22h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 745

JohannesburgAmsterdam

HLA Johannesburg Lanseria - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

HLAAMS

Johannesburg Lanseria

Mon 9/11

16:55-20:45

3 stops52h 50m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 808

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

21:15-13:50

1 stop16h 35m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 350

JohannesburgAmsterdam

HLA Johannesburg Lanseria - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

HLAAMS

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sat 12/9

12:55-13:15

2 stops24h 20m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 163

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

13:45-12:40

2 stops23h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 322

JohannesburgAmsterdam

HLA Johannesburg Lanseria - AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

HLAAMS

Johannesburg Lanseria

Mon 28/9

5:55-20:50

3 stops38h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 641

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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 18 hours 57 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 Lufthansa.

KLM
KLM
From R12 636
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 110
Emirates
Emirates
From R11 890
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R10 178

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Amsterdam?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Amsterdam are Lufthansa, Virgin Atlantic 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 80 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
3 653 reviews
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Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 571 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 477 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 733 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 221 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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, 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 R677, while return flights cost around R2 798.

  • How much is a return flight to Amsterdam?

    A return flight to Amsterdam will typically cost around R16 721, however they can be found for as little as R2 733.

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

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