How to find cheap flights to Netherlands
Take off from Auckland International when planning your flight to Netherlands for the most budget-friendly start to your trip.
Then arrive at Amsterdam Schiphol to get even more value from your fare.
October is generally the cheapest time to visit Netherlands.
For a round trip, the lowest price right now is $1,839. One-way fares are available from $979.
Fine with landing anywhere if it helps stretch your budget? Add your departure point, enter 'Netherlands' in the 'To' field and find out which cities show up as the cheapest options.
Alternatively, select 'Add nearby airports' at the start of your search if you know where you want to go. This will display prices for nearby arrival airports so you can easily find the best deal.
Take the stress out of fare hunting by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or a notification on the app when prices drop.
Roughly one month in advance is a good time to book your ticket. This is a general recommendation aimed at finding the lowest fares.
The best time to go to Netherlands
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool if you're flexible with your dates. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight that fits your budget and schedule.
September is the most popular month to travel. Head off then if you want peak season energy, not rock bottom fares.
The quietest time to travel is January. Book your plane tickets to Netherlands then and take in the attractions at a more relaxed pace.
Choose the season that suits how you like to explore, whether that's hotter, cooler or somewhere in between. August is one of the warmest months in Netherlands, with a maximum average temperature of 21ºC.
Plan your trip for sometime around January if you prefer cooler conditions. The lowest average temperature then is 1ºC.
July is typically the rainiest month, while March is the driest.
Also take into account periods of heavy rainfall and winter storm season when choosing your travel dates. Of course, weather risks depend on the timing of your trip and where you go.
Getting to Netherlands
When it's time to book flights to Netherlands, there are plenty of arrival airports to choose from. The busiest include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) in Amsterdam
Eindhoven Airport (EIN) in Eindhoven
Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) in Rotterdam
These airlines are the key players touching down at this destination, based on approximate monthly flight figures:
Many flights to Netherlands pass through major international hubs like London, Istanbul and Palma. Any layovers you have will depend on where you take off from and the airline.
Places to visit in Netherlands
Amsterdam
With a population of roughly 1.2 million and located in North Holland, this city leads the list of places to visit.
Build in time for well-known stops like Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House, among other landmarks.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) handles most international flights into Amsterdam. You'll find some competitive flight deals to Netherlands touching down at this major hub.
Ready to lock in your perfect base? Explore the full range of hotels in Amsterdam.
Eindhoven
See a different side of things in this North Brabant city of around 210,000 people.
The biggest highlights include Designhuis, Philips Stadion and PSV Museum.
Touch down at Eindhoven Airport (EIN) and go straight from arrivals to exploring the sights.
Check out hotels in Eindhoven and find a stay that fits your travel plans.
Rotterdam
Home to about 600,000 people in South Holland, this city easily ranks among the most interesting places to visit in Netherlands.
You'll want to spend time exploring major sights like Erasmus Bridge, Kijk-Kubus Museum-house and Van Nelle Factory.
Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) is the city's main airport, with routes linking it to major destinations across the region and beyond.
From short city visits to longer stays, hotels in Rotterdam offer something for all budgets and styles.
Good to know
Entry rules can vary, so check whether you'll need a visa or other documentation before you travel. Your travel agent, airline or the local consulate or embassy should have the most up-to-date details.
Dutch is the language you'll hear most people speak in Netherlands.
The local currency is the euro (EUR). You can handle payments with credit and debit cards just about everywhere.
ATMs (automatic teller machines) are common across cities of every size, so access is unlikely to be an issue.
You won't be expected to tip in Netherlands. However, paying a little extra is a polite way to show appreciation for great service.
Wi-Fi coverage is high, with most restaurants, hotels and cafes offering consistent access.
Amsterdam is the capital of Netherlands, which has a population of around 18 million.
This destination operates on one standard time zone of UTC+1.
Netherlands sits in Europe within the Western Europe subregion.
A few of the headline events on the calendar include the Amsterdam Light Festival and the Holland Festival. Time your flight to Netherlands around these occasions for an experience that goes beyond sightseeing.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car hire
Found that cheap ticket to Netherlands? Now work out where you'll stay and how you'll travel around. Explore the range of hotels in Netherlands and filter your search by location, star rating and more. You can also browse car hire options in Netherlands and choose from pickup points in cities or at airports.
