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Cheap flights from South Africa to Amsterdam from R6 025

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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AMS
May 2 — May 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Amsterdam
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Amsterdam. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 April 2026.

Tue 26/514:45
JNB
-
AMS
2 stops31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/621:55
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3R11 125
Tue 12/520:40
JNB
-
AMS
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/57:10
AMS
-
JNB
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R11 176
Fri 8/59:45
JNB
-
AMS
2 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/521:55
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3R11 193
Thu 14/520:40
JNB
-
AMS
2 stops23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/521:55
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3R11 209
Mon 11/514:45
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/521:55
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3R11 226
Mon 11/514:45
JNB
-
AMS
2 stops28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/521:55
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3R11 327
Wed 13/520:40
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/521:55
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3R11 361
Tue 28/420:40
JNB
-
AMS
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/57:10
AMS
-
JNB
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4R11 378
Fri 15/513:00
CPT
-
AMS
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Fri 22/516:15
AMS
-
CPT
1 stop19h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/3R12 085
Sun 19/413:00
CPT
-
AMS
1 stop31h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/416:25
AMS
-
CPT
1 stop20h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/3R12 135
Tue 19/513:00
CPT
-
AMS
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 26/516:15
AMS
-
CPT
1 stop19h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/3R12 152
Thu 14/512:05
DUR
-
AMS
2 stops26h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 21/516:15
AMS
-
DUR
2 stops18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/3R12 152

Find flight deals from South Africa to Amsterdam

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Amsterdam flight deals. Data was last updated 2 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 125

One-way from

R6 025

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 633

Good round-trip deal

R14 017 or less

Good one-way deal

R11 146 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 26/5-2/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 65h 45m total
  • South Africa to Amsterdam
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 15m total
  • South Africa to Amsterdam
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R17 664 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 021 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Amsterdam Schiphol.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to Amsterdam Schiphol.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 2 April 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

18:00-13:10

1 stop19h 10m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 23/9

23:20-10:30

1 stop35h 10m

R12 152

DurbanAmsterdam

DUR - AMS

DURAMS

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 15/6

14:45-9:50

2 stops19h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 18/6

18:55-13:15

2 stops18h 20m

R13 212

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

18:00-22:20

1 stop28h 20m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 29/5

18:55-10:30

1 stop15h 35m

R13 212

DurbanAmsterdam

DUR - AMS

DURAMS

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 8/5

12:05-14:45

2 stops26h 40m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 22/5

16:15-10:35

2 stops18h 20m

R13 532

DurbanAmsterdam

DUR - AMS

DURAMS

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 17/9

12:05-13:55

2 stops25h 50m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 21/9

16:15-10:35

2 stops18h 20m

R13 936

DurbanAmsterdam

DUR - AMS

DURAMS

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 8/5

18:40-9:20

1 stop38h 40m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 22/5

22:00-16:35

1 stop18h 35m

R14 306

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/4

19:30-20:45

1 stop25h 15m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 1/5

16:25-12:55

1 stop20h 30m

R14 424

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/5

19:30-14:55

1 stop19h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 13/5

16:25-12:55

1 stop20h 30m

R14 525

DurbanAmsterdam

DUR - AMS

DURAMS

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 15/6

18:40-9:20

1 stop38h 40m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 18/6

15:25-16:35

1 stop25h 10m

R14 643

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

19:30-14:55

1 stop19h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 15/5

16:25-12:55

1 stop20h 30m

R14 643

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Amsterdam

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Amsterdam

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Amsterdam (average of R9 392). Flying from South Africa to Amsterdam in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 984). 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?

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 2 April 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

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa 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 2 April 2026.

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 11% of weekly flights between South Africa and Amsterdam have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 166 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night 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 Tuesday 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 11% of flights being delayed.

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 2 April 2026.
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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 485 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 292 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 885 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 841 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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 19h 10m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 152. The distance from South Africa to Amsterdam is about 9011 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 404), Turkish Airlines (R4 571), and Qatar Airways (R5 608).

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

    When deciding which route to take from South Africa to Amsterdam, consider Cape Town Intl - Amsterdam Schiphol, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Amsterdam Schiphol or Durban King Shaka Intl - 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 Delta (95%), KLM (90%) and Air France (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 R21 225, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R9 333. The most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Amsterdam Schiphol), is priced around R11 815.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Amsterdam (average of R9 392). Flying from South Africa to Amsterdam in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 984). 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 South Africa to Amsterdam

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 2 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 305AverageR13 402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 453AverageR14 293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR10 034AverageR14 432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 738AverageR12 225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 939AverageR12 107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 053AverageR14 748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR11 354AverageR12 244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 623AverageR14 450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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CondorCheapestR11 722AverageR13 318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 016AverageR13 640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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