Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is 11 hours 5 minutes. Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1, making Amsterdam 1 hour behind Johannesburg.
Each week, there are 9 flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If you want to take off as early as possible, take the 10:10 KLM flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from JNB to AMS is 23:55 with KLM.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
KLM offers direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to discover the sights in Amsterdam — plus maybe even more of Netherlands if you have time.
If you want to break up your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that catches your eye. The most popular stopovers on the JNB - AMS route include:
Zurich Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Netherlands. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before booking your cheap ticket from JNB to AMS, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is R 5,967. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,391. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from JNB to AMS by booking at least 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The journey from central Johannesburg to O.R. Tambo International Airport takes about 1 hour and 12 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 29 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Taking an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near JNB:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near AMS:
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
From Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Amsterdam is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 23 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
June is the busiest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. To escape the crowds, visit Amsterdam in February.
The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from JNB to AMS around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Amsterdam
Start your Amsterdam trip right by finding a great place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from JNB to AMS, check out our selection of hotel options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum are major attractions which should be on every Amsterdam itinerary.
Complete your Amsterdam trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, explore the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Amsterdam getaway.
