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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Amsterdam from R6 271

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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AMS
Jun 16 — Jun 231
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Amsterdam Schiphol are usually found in February or November, booked 19 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Amsterdam

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Amsterdam (AMS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 11 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 453

One-way from

R6 271

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 110
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 5/10-30/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Amsterdam
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Amsterdam
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R24 509 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 347 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Amsterdam
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Amsterdam. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 June 2025.

Sun 5/109:50JNB - AMS
1 stop33h 25mEtihad Airways
Sun 30/1121:05AMS - JNB
1 stop34h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/6R12 453
Thu 6/1110:10JNB - AMS
1 stop13h 35mLufthansa
Mon 5/113:40AMS - JNB
1 stop16h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 10/6R12 506
Wed 10/1219:05JNB - AMS
1 stop16h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 30/1214:45AMS - JNB
1 stop19h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/6R12 595
Tue 17/612:10JNB - AMS
1 stop28h 30mKenya Airways
Tue 24/620:35AMS - JNB
1 stop27h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 9/6R12 666
Tue 17/619:00JNB - AMS
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/610:30AMS - JNB
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/6R12 860
Mon 6/1019:00JNB - AMS
2 stops27h 15mAustrian Airlines
Fri 28/1120:00AMS - JNB
2 stops36h 30mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 9/6R12 931
Mon 6/1019:35JNB - AMS
1 stop13h 25mSWISS
Fri 28/1120:00AMS - JNB
2 stops44h 55mSWISS
Deal found 9/6R13 410
Tue 29/718:50JNB - AMS
1 stop15h 10mAir France
Thu 28/815:50AMS - JNB
1 stop16h 40mAir France
Deal found 10/6R13 658
Wed 3/921:15JNB - AMS
1 stop21h 30mBritish Airways
Sat 20/914:55AMS - JNB
1 stop18h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/6R13 835
Sun 27/723:15JNB - AMS
Nonstop11h 05mKLM
Tue 12/810:35AMS - JNB
Nonstop10h 45mKLM
Deal found 9/6R13 923
Sun 22/613:25JNB - AMS
1 stop30h 35mEmirates
Sun 29/611:25AMS - JNB
1 stop33h 25mEmirates
Deal found 9/6R14 313
Mon 15/914:30JNB - AMS
2 stops21h 05mEthiopian Air
Thu 25/912:25AMS - JNB
2 stops24h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/6R14 579

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Amsterdam that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 11 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Amsterdam that are best for you.

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JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

9:50-19:15

1 stop33h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 30/11

21:05-8:35

1 stop34h 30m

R12 453

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

10:10-22:45

1 stop13h 35m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 5/1

13:40-7:05

1 stop16h 25m

R12 506

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/9

17:50-21:45

1 stop27h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 16/9

14:40-10:35

1 stop19h 55m

R12 612

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/10

19:00-22:15

2 stops27h 15m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 28/11

20:00-9:30

2 stops36h 30m

R12 931

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/10

23:15-10:15

Nonstop11h 00m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 28/11

12:30-9:15

1 stop19h 45m

R13 268

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/10

19:35-9:00

1 stop13h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 28/11

20:00-17:55

2 stops44h 55m

R13 410

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/11

1:15-15:35

1 stop15h 20m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 4/1

19:35-0:15

1 stop27h 40m

R13 427

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/7

18:50-10:00

1 stop15h 10m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 28/8

15:50-8:30

1 stop16h 40m

R13 658

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/9

21:15-18:45

1 stop21h 30m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 20/9

14:55-9:25

1 stop18h 30m

R13 835

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/7

23:15-10:20

Nonstop11h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 12/8

10:35-21:20

Nonstop10h 45m

R13 923

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Amsterdam

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Amsterdam from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Amsterdam

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 9 June 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Amsterdam, you should look to book at least 19 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Amsterdam?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Amsterdam (average of R683). Flying from Johannesburg to Amsterdam in August is currently the most expensive (average of R938). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to AMS?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Amsterdam. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 June 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg to Amsterdam in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Amsterdam?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Amsterdam. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Amsterdam flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Amsterdam

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Amsterdam. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 11 June 2025.

The most flights from ZA1 to AMS 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).

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 inches 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 11 June 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM and Austrian Airlines from Johannesburg to Amsterdam to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 264 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 264 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 264 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 358 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 264 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Austrian Airlines
7,6
Good
802 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 264 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 463 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 264 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 623 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 264 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Amsterdam. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports serve Johannesburg to Amsterdam flights?

    Travellers will leave from O.R. Tambo International Airport when going to Amsterdam from Johannesburg. This airport is equipped to handle up to 28 million passengers on an annual basis. It is a hub for South African Airways, Kulula, and Mango and had over 21 million passengers in 2017. The airport has six terminals broken down into transit, domestic, and international terminals. After reaching Amsterdam, passengers will disembark at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, which is nine kilometres from Amsterdam. It is a hub for several airlines including KLM, Martinair, and Transavia. The airport has flights to Toronto, Mexico City, and Belgrade among others on a regular basis.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Amsterdam?

    While there are direct flights into Amsterdam from Johannesburg, they are fairly uncommon. The nonstop flights that do exist are offered by KLM and will typically take place in the evening. Those who manage to get a direct flight will reach Amsterdam in about 11h 10m, which is quicker than any other flight option. There are also several stopover flights from the airport with one or more touch downs on the way to the destination. Airlines offering these flights include EgyptAir, Kenya Airways, Turkish Airlines, and others. These flights are going to be less expensive than a direct flight but even the quickest flight takes 13h 30m to get into Amsterdam.

  • What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Amsterdam?

    Dozens of flights leave Johannesburg for Amsterdam every day, many of which stop down at one airport along the way. Some of the touch down locations include Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris, Dubai Airport, and Frankfurt am Main. There are also many flights that have at least two stops before reaching Amsterdam. Some stop in Abu Dhabi International Airport and Rome Fiumicino Airport, others will come in at Addis Ababa Airport and Vienna Airport, and some will stop in Accra Airport, Washington Dulles Airport, and Toronto Pearson International Airport.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Amsterdam?

    Visiting Amsterdam from Johannesburg requires that passengers have a visa as well as a passport. Visas can be applied for in Durban, Cape Town, Pretoria, or Johannesburg.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Amsterdam from Johannesburg?

    If you book a flight to Amsterdam from Johannesburg, you will be flying to 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Amsterdam round-trip?

    Currently priced at R12 453, Etihad Airways will fly you from Johannesburg to Amsterdam and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R12 506 and R12 612, respectively. These flights start at 12% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Amsterdam one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R6 271. Users have also found prices from R7 139 and R7 918 on Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Amsterdam?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg to Amsterdam are KLM (80%), Air France (80%) and Scandinavian Airlines (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Amsterdam?

    The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg to Amsterdam is R8 024. On average you can expect to pay R36 082. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Amsterdam Schiphol), can usually be booked for R11 160.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Amsterdam?

    Most of the time, Johannesburg to Amsterdam flights that have stopovers will stop in London. Johannesburg to Amsterdam flights stop in Nairobi the next most. Doha comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Johannesburg to Amsterdam flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in London?

    The majority of London visitors spend their time at Eventim Apollo, St. Paul's Cathedral, and London Eye. Eventim Apollo, St. Paul's Cathedral, and London Eye can be accessed by travelling approximately 16,2 km, 25,2 km, and 23,6 km, respectively from London Heathrow. Travellers in need of a car in London can hire one for about R720 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Amsterdam flights?

    Johannesburg to Amsterdam flights have a stopover in Cairo least often. Munich is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg to Amsterdam. Abu Dhabi comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Johannesburg to Amsterdam flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Amsterdam that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Amsterdam flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Amsterdam?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Amsterdam.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Amsterdam?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Amsterdam by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Amsterdam?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Amsterdam (average of R683). Flying from Johannesburg to Amsterdam in August is currently the most expensive (average of R938). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Amsterdam

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Amsterdam. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 11 June 2025.
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SWISSCheapestR10 043AverageR12 847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 244AverageR12 982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 017AverageR13 132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR11 062AverageR13 194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 309AverageR12 550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 683AverageR13 476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 838AverageR13 737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 896AverageR12 795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR12 060AverageR13 396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 128AverageR13 893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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