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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Amsterdam from R6 452

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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AMS
févr. 26 — mars 51
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg to Amsterdam Schiphol are usually found in February or November, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday 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 21 février 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 890

One-way from

R6 452

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 218
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 21/3-2/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Amsterdam
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Amsterdam
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R22 067 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 907 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 21 février 2025.

mar. 25/210:10JNB - AMS
1 stop13h 25mLufthansa
lun. 3/313:45AMS - JNB
1 stop16h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 19/2R11 872
ven. 21/320:25JNB - AMS
1 stop14h 25mSWISS
mer. 2/419:15AMS - JNB
1 stop14h 05mSWISS
Deal found 20/2R11 890
jeu. 6/310:10JNB - AMS
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
jeu. 13/37:15AMS - JNB
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R11 927
dim. 18/521:15JNB - AMS
1 stop16h 55mBritish Airways
jeu. 22/510:15AMS - JNB
1 stop20h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/2R12 019
mer. 26/314:35JNB - AMS
2 stops19h 35mEthiopian Air
mar. 8/417:40AMS - JNB
2 stops19h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R12 185
lun. 17/323:55JNB - AMS
Nonstop11h 15mKLM
dim. 30/310:35AMS - JNB
Nonstop10h 45mKLM
Deal found 20/2R12 720
sam. 17/517:50JNB - AMS
1 stop15h 50mTurkish Airlines
mer. 21/523:10AMS - JNB
1 stop35h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 19/2R13 033
dim. 16/31:15JNB - AMS
1 stop15h 20mKenya Airways
dim. 30/320:35AMS - JNB
1 stop19h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/2R13 089
dim. 25/521:45JNB - AMS
1 stop16h 35mEgyptair
dim. 1/615:40AMS - JNB
1 stop15h 30mEgyptair
Deal found 20/2R13 402
jeu. 20/220:00JNB - AMS
1 stop16h 15mQatar Airways
lun. 24/215:05AMS - JNB
1 stop23h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2R13 531
dim. 6/418:50JNB - AMS
1 stop18h 50mAir France
mer. 23/418:40AMS - JNB
1 stop13h 45mAir France
Deal found 20/2R13 660
lun. 17/319:35JNB - AMS
2 stops22h 10mAustrian Airlines
dim. 30/37:00AMS - JNB
2 stops25h 35mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 20/2R14 268

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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 21 février 2025.

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Price

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ven. 21/3

20:25-9:50

1 stop14h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

mer. 2/4

19:15-9:20

1 stop14h 05m

R11 890

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jeu. 6/3

10:10-19:15

2 stops34h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

jeu. 13/3

7:15-10:25

2 stops26h 10m

R11 927

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dim. 18/5

21:15-14:10

1 stop16h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

jeu. 22/5

10:15-7:00

1 stop20h 45m

R12 019

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mer. 26/3

14:35-9:10

2 stops19h 35m

Amsterdam Schiphol

mar. 8/4

17:40-13:05

2 stops19h 25m

R12 185

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 17/3

23:55-10:10

Nonstop11h 15m

Amsterdam Schiphol

dim. 30/3

10:35-21:20

Nonstop10h 45m

R12 720

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sam. 17/5

17:50-9:40

1 stop15h 50m

Amsterdam Schiphol

mer. 21/5

23:10-10:35

1 stop35h 25m

R13 033

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dim. 16/3

1:15-15:35

1 stop15h 20m

Amsterdam Schiphol

dim. 30/3

20:35-15:50

1 stop19h 15m

R13 089

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 17/3

19:35-17:55

1 stop23h 20m

Amsterdam Schiphol

dim. 30/3

14:45-8:35

1 stop17h 50m

R13 310

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dim. 25/5

21:45-14:20

1 stop16h 35m

Amsterdam Schiphol

dim. 1/6

15:40-7:10

1 stop15h 30m

R13 402

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dim. 6/4

18:50-13:40

1 stop18h 50m

Amsterdam Schiphol

jeu. 24/4

14:05-8:30

1 stop18h 25m

R13 660

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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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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to Amsterdam

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Johannesburg to Amsterdam including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Amsterdam, you should look to book at least 27 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 R937). 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 21 février 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 21 février 2025.

The most flights from ZA1 to AMS are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 21 février 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
3 276 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 276 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
1 331 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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.

Austrian Airlines
7,6
Good
773 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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.

SWISS
7,5
Good
1 568 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
7,4
Good
3 609 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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.

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 3 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 R11 890, SWISS will fly you from Johannesburg to Amsterdam and back. In addition to SWISS, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from British Airways and Ethiopian Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R12 019 and R12 185, respectively. These flights start at 18% 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 452. Users have also found prices from R7 669 and R7 872 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 (85%), Air France (85%) and Delta (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Amsterdam?

    The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg to Amsterdam is R8 374. On average you can expect to pay R20 916. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Amsterdam Schiphol), can usually be booked for R10 471.

  • 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 Nairobi. Johannesburg to Amsterdam flights stop in Dubai the next most. Doha comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Johannesburg to Amsterdam flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai at the moment. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq, by travelling 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Those on a stopover in Dubai in need of a car hire can book one at Dubai Intl for about R395.

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

    Johannesburg to Amsterdam flights have a stopover in Rome least often. Cairo 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 R937). 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 21 février 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR10 496AverageR13 721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 772AverageR13 691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 511AverageR13 691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR11 512AverageR13 488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 522AverageR14 115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR11 624AverageR13 334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 759AverageR13 009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 976AverageR13 692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 119AverageR13 185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 522AverageR15 055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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