Are there direct flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg?

Direct flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the overall flight options. Historically, approximately 4.2% of flights on this route were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was typically 2 across the trailing 90 days.

What's the flight time from Amsterdam to Johannesburg?

The typical direct flight time from Amsterdam to Johannesburg is approximately 10 hours and 45 minutes, covering a distance of 9017 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median flight time increases significantly to about 16 hours and 35 minutes. This difference reflects the additional time spent during layovers.

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. Connecting flights had a median price of $957, while direct flights were typically more expensive, with a median price of $1065. This represents an 11% premium for direct flights across the trailing 90 days, even though direct flights constituted about 8.5% of the options.

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2026-08-10 – 2026-08-31
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Amsterdam to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg

Right now, only about 5% of recent fares from Amsterdam to Johannesburg are classified as a good price. For travelers looking for cheap flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg, prices typically range from $908–$1623, with a median of $1274. Current fares are above the typical level.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam to Johannesburg? Based on recent data, the most affordable 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 prices compared to the overall median.

A typical journey from Amsterdam to Johannesburg takes about 33h 20m, including connections. This is a long-haul route covering a distance of 9017 kilometers. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find fares.

How much is a round trip from Amsterdam to Johannesburg

Regular price: €835 - €1,276

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 835 EUR and 1276 EUR. The current lowest deal is 545 EUR with Etihad Airways, for travel from Aug 20-Sep 3.

now 545 €

Low 835 €

High 1,276 €

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

Feb

Mar

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May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

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Dec

Direct flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg

KLM

Last-minute flights going from Amsterdam to Johannesburg

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

1,172 €

687 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

1,102 €

670 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

927 €

554 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

1,007 €

585 €

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

925 €

553 €

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

1,005 €

560 €

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 5

1,172 € → 687 €

41%

15 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 21

1,057 € → 588 €

44%

19 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 23

1,046 € → 588 €

44%

21 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 26

1,042 € → 588 €

44%

Popular Airports to fly from Amsterdam to Johannesburg

Amsterdam - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Amsterdam to Johannesburg are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $754.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 33h 20m on average

Flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg typically take 33h 20m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 4.2% of recent flights are direct, making connecting flights the dominant option.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways has a deal for $545

A recent deal with Etihad Airways offers a flight for $545 from August 20 to September 3.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg are frequent, appearing often in the last 30 days.

Amsterdam main airports to depart from

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Cheapest

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a great option for flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$627

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is a good arrival choice for flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg.

📍 ~20 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car, train, and bus).

💸 Flights from ~$627

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Durban International is a major international hub, offering comprehensive cabin classes and reliable connectivity.

📍 ~490 km from Johannesburg (significant travel distance, approx. 5-6 hours by road)

💸 Flights from ~€686

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

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$3,247

$2,376

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg has been 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price was around $906. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made 60+ days out, averaging $1493. Even last-minute bookings within 0-6 days of departure were typically more expensive, with an average price of $989 across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Amsterdam to Johannesburg was considered to be $908 or less. The median price for this route was $1274. Prices above $1623 were observed in the higher end of the market, indicating less favorable deals over the 90-day period.

Historically, December, February, and May have offered the cheapest flights from Amsterdam to Johannesburg. The median price in December was $754, while February saw a median of $778. May also presented a relatively low median price of $795. These figures are notably lower than the annual median price of $1274 for this route.

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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: €835 - €1,276

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 835 EUR and 1276 EUR. The current lowest deal is 545 EUR with Etihad Airways, for travel from Aug 20-Sep 3.

now 545 €

Low 835 €

High 1,276 €

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

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

1,172 €

687 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

1,102 €

670 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

927 €

554 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

1,007 €

585 €

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

925 €

553 €

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Johannesburg

Amsterdam (AMS) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

1,005 €

560 €

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 5

1,172 € → 687 €

41%

15 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 21

1,057 € → 588 €

44%

19 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 23

1,046 € → 588 €

44%

21 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 26

1,042 € → 588 €

44%

Popular Airports to fly from Amsterdam to Johannesburg