SkyTeam member Kenya Airways is offering a business deal from Amsterdam to South Africa and Madagascar starting at just €1,789. This deal includes 2×32 kg checked luggage and all the business class perks. Departures are available between February and June, as well as September and November for South Africa, and from September to November for Madagascar.
Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates at the lowest prices for trips up to 28 days with one stop and no overnight stays. It will direct you to Skyscanner with your selected flight dates. From there, you can proceed to book with Kenya Airways or check what other OTAs have to offer.
Please note that there is a glitch on Skyscanner and the price shown from Kenya Airways is around €200 more expensive than the price on the website.
First, you will fly with Kenya Airways on a Boeing 787 to Nairobi, with a 2-2-2 lie-flat seat configuration in business class. Depending on your final destination, you will either have a non-stop flight to Johannesburg or Cape Town, again on the Boeing 787. If you choose to fly via Livingstone or Victoria Falls to Cape Town, you will be on an Embraer 190 with a 1-2 configuration and recliner seats. Additionally, if your final destination is Madagascar, you will also fly on the Embraer 190.
Most European passport holders can stay in South Africa visa-free for up to 90 days.
Most European passport holders can stay in Madagascar for up to 60 days with a visa on arrival or eVisa.
Search & Book
This deal will expire on March 29. A minimum stay of three days, and a maximum stay of twelve months apply. Departures are available between February and June, as well as September and November for South Africa, and from September to November for Madagascar.
You can find suitable dates using our calendar above or with the help of Google Flights. We recommend booking directly on Kenya Airways’ website, but you can find cheaper prices with Skyscanner. However, booking on OTAs has its downsides.
Why is booking with an airline better than with an online travel agency?
More often than not, online travel agencies offer lower fares than airlines do. We still recommend booking with the airlines directly. There are two main reasons for that:
Better Customer Service
In case any problems like delays, cancellations or missed connections arise, you can communicate directly with the airline. The airline has to take care of you because you have a contract with them.
If a travel agency issues your ticket, you may have to reach out to them first. You also depend on your OTA to forward information like flight changes instead of receiving them directly from the airline. In many cases, you may get a prime exhibition of responsibility shifting rather than problem-solving.
This especially applies to premium tickets. You don’t want to spend more than €1,000 to wind up with some budget OTA’s telephone hotline in case anything goes wrong.
Baggage and Other Fees
Economy fares not including hold luggage are industry standard by now. In most cases, travel agencies charge much higher baggage fees than the airlines themselves. If bags are not included in your fare, airlines are often the cheaper alternative.
This also applies to other things like food services, insurances or priority treatment. In almost all cases, you pay less for additional amenities when booking on the airlines’ website.
Miles & Points
This ticket is issued in booking class Z. Here are the miles and points you can earn from this deal:
- 17,876 Miles on Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus
- 17,876 Miles on MEA Cedar Miles
- 17,876 Miles on Saudia Alfursan
- 14,894 Award Miles + 90 XP on Flying Blue
- 14,894 Miles on Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles
- 14,894 Miles on Korean Air Skypass
- 14,894 Miles on Garuda Indonesia GarudaMiles
- 14,894 Miles on Air Europa Suma
- 14,894 Points on SAS EuroBonus
- 11,916 Award Miles + 210 Tier Points on Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
- 11,916 RDM + 2,384 MQD on Delta SkyMiles
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Information & Tips for South Africa
South Africa offers a diverse range of attractions, from the iconic Table Mountain and Robben Island in Cape Town to the wildlife-rich Kruger National Park and the scenic Garden Route. The local currency is the South African rand (ZAR), and while credit cards are widely accepted, cash is still commonly used, especially in smaller towns. The cost of travel is generally affordable, with budget-friendly options available for accommodation, food, and activities. The weather varies by region: the coastal areas have mild, Mediterranean-like climates, while the inland areas can be hot and dry in summer and cooler in winter.
South Africa’s transport infrastructure is mixed in quality and convenience. Within cities, public transport is limited, with minibus taxis being common but often confusing for visitors; private cars or ride-hailing apps like Uber are more reliable. Between cities, domestic flights are the fastest option due to long distances, while intercity buses offer affordable travel, though journeys can be long. Trains exist, but are generally slow and not widely used for tourism.
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Information & Tips for Madagascar
Madagascar offers unique attractions like the Avenue of the Baobabs, the otherworldly Tsingy de Bemaraha stone forest, and diverse national parks such as Andasibe-Mantadia, home to the indri lemur. The local currency is the Malagasy ariary (MGA), and while prices are generally low by Western standards, costs can rise for guided tours or remote travel. The island has a tropical climate—hot and rainy from November to April, and cooler and drier from May to October, which is the preferred travel season.
Getting around Madagascar can be challenging due to its underdeveloped transport infrastructure. Within cities, options are limited to crowded minibuses (taxi-be) and taxis, which vary in reliability. Between cities, roads are often in poor condition, and travel can be slow—especially during the rainy season. Domestic flights exist but are expensive and sometimes unreliable. Most longer trips require planning and patience.
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