Are there direct flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg?

Direct flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the total routes. Historically, direct flights have accounted for approximately 4.2% of the available options. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that most routes on this trajectory will involve at least one connection.

What's the flight time from Amsterdam to Johannesburg?

The flight time from Amsterdam to Johannesburg varies depending on whether the flight is direct or includes stopovers. A direct flight typically takes approximately 10 hours and 45 minutes, covering a distance of 9017 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to about 16 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Amsterdam to Johannesburg?

Historically, it has been cheaper to fly from Amsterdam to Johannesburg with a layover rather than taking a direct flight. Connecting flights had a median price of $957, while direct flights were generally more expensive, with a median price of $1065. This represents an 11% premium for direct flights. Direct flights also constituted a smaller share of available options, at 8.5%.

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Amsterdam to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg

Right now, only 5% of recent fares for flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg are classified as a good price. Fares for this long-haul route typically range from $908–$1623, with a median of $1274. Current fares are above the typical level, suggesting that now may not be the optimal time to secure cheap flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam to Johannesburg? Based on recent data, the cheapest months to fly are December, with a median fare of $754, followed by February at $778, and May at $795. These months offer significantly lower median prices compared to the overall typical fare.

A typical journey from Amsterdam to Johannesburg takes approximately 33h 20m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a substantial distance of 9017 km. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. Only a small fraction, 4.2%, of recent fares are for direct flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg.

How much is a round trip from Amsterdam to Johannesburg

Regular price: €708 - €1,283

Prices for flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg is typically between 708 EUR and 1283 EUR. The current lowest deal is 503 EUR with Ethiopian Airlines, for travel from Nov 3-Nov 23.

now 503 €

Low 708 €

High 1,283 €

The cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam to Johannesburg is December, with a median price of $754. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $1468. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from 754 €

October

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,468 €

Jan

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

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Dec

Direct flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg

KLM

Last-minute flights going from Amsterdam to Johannesburg

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

890 €

592 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

1,066 €

638 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

896 €

570 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

889 €

587 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

901 €

599 €

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

933 €

600 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg

3 nights

Sep 23 - Sep 26

991 € → 587 €

41%

4 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 28

978 € → 621 €

36%

4 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 30

971 € → 618 €

36%

7 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 26

933 € → 595 €

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Amsterdam to Johannesburg

Amsterdam - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Amsterdam to Johannesburg are above the typical level, with a median of $1274.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for prices around $754

Historically, December, February, and May offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 33h 20m with connecting flights

Flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg typically take 33h 20m with two stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant, with only 4.2% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

KLM offers direct flights

KLM is an airline offering direct flights on the Amsterdam to Johannesburg route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg are frequent, appearing often.

Amsterdam main airports to depart from

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Cheapest

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a major hub for flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€539

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a primary gateway to Johannesburg and a good choice for flights from Amsterdam.

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€539

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Durban International is a major international hub and a reliable backup for long-haul and domestic connectivity.

📍 ~480 km from Johannesburg (significant travel distance, approx. 5-6 hours by road)

💸 Flights from ~€811

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

$2,773

Save $2,425

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From AMS

Elite

Jan 25

Johannesburg, South Africa

94% AI deal score

$9,806

$5,267

Save $4,539

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From AMS

Elite

Jan 27

Johannesburg, South Africa

94% AI deal score

$9,610

$5,267

Save $4,343

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From AMS

Elite

Jan 26

Johannesburg, South Africa

94% AI deal score

$9,714

$5,267

Save $4,447

Etihad Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Historically, the optimal window for purchasing flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $906. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made much further in advance, with flights booked 60+ days out averaging around $1493. Even last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of departure, show a higher average price of $989 compared to the best booking window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Amsterdam to Johannesburg is considered to be $908 or less. This threshold represents the 25th percentile of prices observed over a 90-day period. The median price for this route was $1274, with prices at the 75th percentile reaching $1623. Travelers aiming for a more economical fare should target prices at or below the $908 mark.

Historically, December, February, and May have offered some of the most affordable flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg. In December, the median price was $754, while February saw a median of $778, and May had a median of $795. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price for this route, which stands at $1274. Travelers looking for better value may consider planning their trips during these months.

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Amsterdam to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Amsterdam to Johannesburg

Regular price: €708 - €1,283

Prices for flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg is typically between 708 EUR and 1283 EUR. The current lowest deal is 503 EUR with Ethiopian Airlines, for travel from Nov 3-Nov 23.

now 503 €

Low 708 €

High 1,283 €

The cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam to Johannesburg

December

Cheapest

Flights from 754 €

October

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,468 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg

KLM

Last-minute flights going from Amsterdam to Johannesburg

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

890 €

592 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

1,066 €

638 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

896 €

570 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

889 €

587 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

901 €

599 €

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

933 €

600 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg

3 nights

Sep 23 - Sep 26

991 € → 587 €

41%

4 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 28

978 € → 621 €

36%

4 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 30

971 € → 618 €

36%

7 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 26

933 € → 595 €

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Amsterdam to Johannesburg