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R5 690+ 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 13/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— AMS
Mar 3 — Mar 101
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 1 February 2026.

Sat 23/58:45
JNB
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AMS
1 stop13h 15m
Lufthansa
Sat 30/514:40
AMS
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JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 30/1R9 419
Tue 10/310:10
JNB
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AMS
1 stop13h 45m
Lufthansa
Tue 17/318:10
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop14h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 30/1R9 435
Sat 23/58:45
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop13h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/512:25
AMS
-
JNB
2 stops20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1R9 531
Tue 10/310:10
JNB
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AMS
1 stop13h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/310:00
AMS
-
JNB
2 stops22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1R9 612
Mon 13/78:45
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop13h 15m
Lufthansa
Fri 28/817:00
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop13h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 30/1R9 692
Fri 13/219:45
JNB
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AMS
2 stops18h 15m
Lufthansa
Mon 16/213:40
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Lufthansa
Deal found 31/1R9 756
Tue 17/310:10
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop13h 45m
Lufthansa
Tue 24/318:10
AMS
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JNB
1 stop14h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 31/1R9 804
Mon 9/220:15
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/212:25
AMS
-
JNB
2 stops20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1R9 837
Wed 3/68:45
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop13h 15m
Lufthansa
Fri 12/615:40
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop15h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 31/1R9 885
Fri 13/220:15
JNB
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AMS
1 stop23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/28:20
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop21h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1R9 917
Sun 26/419:25
JNB
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AMS
1 stop23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/58:15
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1R9 933
Tue 17/310:10
JNB
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AMS
1 stop13h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/310:00
AMS
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JNB
2 stops22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1R9 949

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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 1 February 2026.

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R9 419

One-way from

R5 690

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Average price

R11 508
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 23/5-30/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Amsterdam
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  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Amsterdam
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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

8:45-22:00

1 stop13h 15m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 30/5

14:40-8:35

1 stop17h 55m

R9 419

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

10:10-22:55

1 stop13h 45m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 17/3

18:10-9:30

1 stop14h 20m

R9 435

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

10:10-22:55

1 stop13h 45m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 17/3

10:00-9:30

2 stops22h 30m

R9 612

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

10:10-22:55

1 stop13h 45m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 24/3

10:00-9:30

2 stops22h 30m

R9 949

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

19:45-11:35

2 stops16h 50m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 16/2

8:20-7:05

1 stop21h 45m

R10 094

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

19:05-21:00

1 stop26h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 25/3

12:15-10:50

1 stop21h 35m

R10 287

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

20:15-14:25

1 stop19h 10m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 20/2

18:05-9:30

1 stop14h 25m

R10 431

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

8:45-22:00

1 stop13h 15m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 26/8

15:10-9:20

1 stop18h 10m

R10 656

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/7

19:25-9:00

1 stop13h 35m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 28/8

8:15-6:40

1 stop22h 25m

R10 978

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

19:25-19:15

1 stop23h 50m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 29/4

9:50-8:35

1 stop22h 45m

R11 106

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Best time to book a flight to Amsterdam

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Amsterdam. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.

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 11 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 15 hours 27 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, British Airways and Kenya Airways.

KLM
KLM
From R12 064
British Airways
British Airways
From R10 542
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From R9 045
Emirates
Emirates
From R12 049

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Amsterdam?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Amsterdam are Lufthansa, SWISS and Air France.

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 1 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, Etihad Airways, andKenya Airways 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.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 444 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 444 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 444 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 378 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 444 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
292 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 444 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 758 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 444 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 706 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 444 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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 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 R795, while return flights cost around R2 757.

  • How much is a return flight to Amsterdam?

    A return flight to Amsterdam will typically cost around R2 813, however they can be found for as little as R2 757.

  • 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. Mercure Hotel Schiphol Terminal is the closest property to Amsterdam Schiphol (0,0 km away from Amsterdam Schiphol).

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