Flights to Amsterdam
AMS · Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Amsterdam Schiphol sits 15km southwest of the city on reclaimed polder land, with a direct 15-minute train to Amsterdam Centraal. KLM runs direct flights from Johannesburg and Cape Town (and a Durban service has been restored in recent years), making AMS the go-to European gateway for Dutch-linked South African travellers, as well as a strong connection hub for onward flights to the rest of Europe, North America and Scandinavia. It is one of the most efficient long-haul transit airports in Europe.
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Quick facts
| Country | Netherlands |
| Airport | Amsterdam Airport Schiphol |
| Best time to fly | April to June and September to November are usually the safest value windows for long-haul planning. |
| Fly from | Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth |
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