Travelling from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Frankfurt.
Each week, there are 69 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flights.
Your FRA to AMS flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Amsterdam adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of the Netherlands:
KLM tops the list for bookings on this route.
KLM leads the way as the most punctual carrier for FRA to AMS flights, with 80.81% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between FRA and AMS include:
Brussels International Airport
Prague Airport
Luxembourg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Right now, $191 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt am Main Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $357. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from FRA to AMS by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
74% of flights that leave from Frankfurt am Main Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Frankfurt am Main Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near FRA:
Arriving at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
If you're arriving on a late Frankfurt am Main Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near AMS:
Pick up a Amsterdam Schiphol Airport rental car and discover Amsterdam and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Alamo are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to central Amsterdam has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is February, while September is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 25ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from FRA to AMS in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Rotterdam is just one of the many places in the Netherlands waiting to be discovered once you've seen Amsterdam. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Erasmus Bridge, Kijk-Kubus Museum-house and Van Nelle Factory.
Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, The Hague is another favourite stop in the Netherlands. Experience major highlights starting with Mauritshuis Museum, Inner Court & Hall Of The Knights and The Hague.


























