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$383+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Amsterdam (AMS)

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 3/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AMS
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Thu 4/9
Thu 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Amsterdam Schiphol are usually found in February or November, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Sunday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Amsterdam. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 10, 2026.

This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/68:45 am
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop13h 15m
Lufthansa
Fri 6/123:40 pm
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop15h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/6$630
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/68:45 am
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop13h 15m
Lufthansa
Thu 6/1110:00 am
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop22h 35m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/6$638
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/88:45 am
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop13h 15m
Lufthansa
Sat 6/132:40 pm
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/6$644
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/55:50 pm
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop23h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 5/196:55 pm
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop15h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/6$656
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/68:45 am
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop13h 15m
Lufthansa
Sat 6/138:50 am
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop23h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/6$673
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/201:30 pm
JNB
-
AMS
2 stops28h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 4/2711:15 am
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop23h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/6$675
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/156:00 pm
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop15h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/96:55 pm
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop15h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/6$684
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/98:45 am
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop13h 15m
Lufthansa
Fri 5/295:00 pm
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop13h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/8$685
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/116:00 pm
JNB
-
AMS
1 stop15h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 6/26:55 pm
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop15h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/8$688
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/151:30 pm
JNB
-
AMS
2 stops28h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 5/152:40 pm
AMS
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/7$690
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/62:30 pm
JNB
-
AMS
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/135:55 pm
AMS
-
JNB
2 stops19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$694

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Amsterdam

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 March 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$630
(Lufthansa)

One-way from

$383
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$768

Good round-trip deal

$959 or less

Good one-way deal

$778 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($62 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/7

6:00 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 6/10

11:15 am-10:30 am

1 stop23h 15m

$732

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/22

7:25 pm-10:35 am

1 stop15h 10m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 6/5

5:55 pm-9:25 am

1 stop15h 30m

$785
Quickest round-trip

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/22

11:15 pm-10:20 am

Nonstop11h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 6/5

10:35 am-9:20 pm

Nonstop10h 45m

$794

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/14

2:30 pm-9:00 am

2 stops18h 30m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 5/28

12:25 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$798

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/22

6:00 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 6/5

2:40 pm-10:30 am

1 stop19h 50m

$801

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/29

11:15 pm-10:20 am

Nonstop11h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 6/16

10:35 am-9:20 pm

Nonstop10h 45m

$830

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/19

7:25 pm-9:10 am

1 stop13h 45m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 8/24

9:35 pm-7:00 am

1 stop33h 25m

$885
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/4

5:50 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$438

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/26

8:30 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$524

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/16

8:30 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$525

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Compare providers for flights from OR Tambo to Amsterdam

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from OR Tambo to Amsterdam in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Amsterdam flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Amsterdam flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Amsterdam flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Amsterdam flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Amsterdam flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Amsterdam

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Amsterdam from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Amsterdam. Price data was last updated on March 6, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam, you should look to book at least 67 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 OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam (average of $568). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam in August is currently the most expensive (average of $711). 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 OR Tambo 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 March 10, 2026.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam?

The best insider tips for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam flights

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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on AMS

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Paul Rubio

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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 March 10, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andSWISS from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
KLM
7.8
Good
1,468 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,894 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,841 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,781 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    If you book a flight to Amsterdam from Johannesburg OR Tambo, you will be flying to Schiphol, which is the city’s only airport. Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) is located 7.1 mi from the center of Amsterdam. There are 3 flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Schiphol per day from 7 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam?

    Turkish Airlines, British Airways, and KLM can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam in just under 11h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5599 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam round-trip from $567. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are SWISS, from $593, and British Airways, from $648. Lufthansa is priced at 29% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Turkish Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $272. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam?

    Before booking your flight to Amsterdam from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (77%), Air France (77%), Scandinavian Airlines( 77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam?

    The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam is $597. On average you can expect to pay $1,052. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Amsterdam Schiphol), can usually be booked for $690.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Amsterdam that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Amsterdam flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Amsterdam?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Amsterdam?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam (average of $568). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Amsterdam in August is currently the most expensive (average of $711). 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 7 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Amsterdam

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$567Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SWISSCheapest$593Average$843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
British AirwaysCheapest$648Average$798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$686Average$727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$753Average$818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
EmiratesCheapest$770Average$899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
KLMCheapest$796Average$955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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