How long is the flight from South Africa to Amsterdam?

A quick flight from South Africa to Amsterdam can take about 18h 35m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 777. The distance from South Africa to Amsterdam is about 9457 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Amsterdam one-way?

The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Amsterdam are Lufthansa (R4 251), Qatar Airways (R5 277), and Turkish Airlines (R5 615).

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.

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).

What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Amsterdam?

When deciding which route to take from South Africa to Amsterdam, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Amsterdam Schiphol, Cape Town Intl - Amsterdam Schiphol or Johannesburg Lanseria - Amsterdam Schiphol, as they are the most popular.

What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Amsterdam?

Looking for the cheapest flight from South Africa to Amsterdam? While on average our users pay R30 316, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R10 286. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Amsterdam Schiphol), is priced around R11 113.

What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to Amsterdam?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from South Africa to Amsterdam are KLM (90%), Air France (90%) and Scandinavian Airlines (90%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Amsterdam?

When booking a flight from South Africa to Amsterdam, you may want to consider flying on KLM, Qatar Airways or Emirates as they are the most popular for this route.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Amsterdam from South Africa?

For a flight from South Africa to Amsterdam, you will be flying into Schiphol. Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) is just 11,4 km from the centre of the city.

Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Amsterdam that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Amsterdam?

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Amsterdam (average of R12 754). Flying from South Africa to Amsterdam in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 191). 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 ZA to AMS?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Amsterdam as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Amsterdam

The most flights from ZA0 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).

How often are flights from South Africa to Amsterdam delayed?

About 8% of weekly flights between South Africa and Amsterdam have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 186 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Amsterdam flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Amsterdam flights?

Over the past year, KLM have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Amsterdam?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South Africa to Amsterdam, you should look to book at least 48 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Amsterdam

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andTurkish Airlines from South Africa to Amsterdam. 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.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Amsterdam from South Africa?
For a flight from South Africa to Amsterdam, you will be flying into Schiphol. Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) is just 11,4 km from the centre of the city.
How long is the flight from South Africa to Amsterdam?
A quick flight from South Africa to Amsterdam can take about 18h 35m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 777. The distance from South Africa to Amsterdam is about 9457 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Amsterdam one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Amsterdam are Lufthansa (R4 251), Qatar Airways (R5 277), and Turkish Airlines (R5 615).
What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Amsterdam?
When deciding which route to take from South Africa to Amsterdam, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Amsterdam Schiphol, Cape Town Intl - Amsterdam Schiphol or Johannesburg Lanseria - Amsterdam Schiphol, as they are the most popular.
What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to Amsterdam?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from South Africa to Amsterdam are KLM (90%), Air France (90%) and Scandinavian Airlines (90%).
What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Amsterdam?
Looking for the cheapest flight from South Africa to Amsterdam? While on average our users pay R30 316, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R10 286. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Amsterdam Schiphol), is priced around R11 113.
Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Amsterdam that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Amsterdam flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Amsterdam?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Amsterdam.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Amsterdam?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Amsterdam?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Amsterdam (average of R12 754). Flying from South Africa to Amsterdam in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 191). 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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Lufthansa	CheapestR9 062	AverageR13 521	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR9 370	AverageR11 864	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Virgin Atlantic	CheapestR9 516	AverageR14 010	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
SWISS	CheapestR9 920	AverageR13 712	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR10 376	AverageR12 590	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR10 645	AverageR12 193	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
British Airways	CheapestR10 923	AverageR14 512	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Air France	CheapestR11 000	AverageR14 640	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Egyptair	CheapestR11 094	AverageR12 635	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Egyptair flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR11 326	AverageR12 837	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

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Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 21 September 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Amsterdam as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Amsterdam

The most flights from ZA0 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).

How often are flights from South Africa to Amsterdam delayed?

About 8% of weekly flights between South Africa and Amsterdam have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 186 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Amsterdam flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Amsterdam flights?

Over the past year, KLM have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Amsterdam?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South Africa to Amsterdam, you should look to book at least 48 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Amsterdam

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andTurkish Airlines from South Africa to Amsterdam. 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.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to Amsterdam from South Africa?

How long is the flight from South Africa to Amsterdam?

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Amsterdam one-way?

What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Amsterdam?

What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to Amsterdam?

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