Flying from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Amsterdam is one hour behind Durban and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DUR to AMS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Shaka International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between DUR and AMS:
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Dubai Airport
Cape Town International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Right now, 311 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way King Shaka International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. The best price for a return ticket is 574 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DUR to AMS if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from King Shaka International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from DUR to AMS.
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Handy information about King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
86.29% of flights departing from King Shaka International Airport reach their destination on time. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of DUR.
King Shaka International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Durban. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from King Shaka International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near DUR:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late King Shaka International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and explore beyond Amsterdam's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, book your ride from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is approximately 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from King Shaka International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. June is the most popular month to head to Amsterdam. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from King Shaka International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DUR to AMS in February. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Netherlands
Rotterdam is just one of the many cities in Netherlands waiting to be discovered after you've seen Amsterdam. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.
If you want to check out another major destination in Netherlands, head for The Hague, about 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies are among the biggest draws.
