Flying from Kirkwall Airport (KOI) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1, making Amsterdam one hour ahead of Kirkwall.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your KOI to AMS flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kirkwall Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. These are the top stopovers between KOI and AMS:
Edinburgh Airport
Inverness Airport
Aberdeen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kirkwall Airport (KOI) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kirkwall Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight is $321. A round-trip ticket right now is $870. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from KOI to AMS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Kirkwall Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from KOI to AMS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kirkwall Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kirkwall Airport (KOI)
Central Kirkwall to Kirkwall Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 5 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport usually takes 15 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to KOI? If you're boarding an early flight from Kirkwall Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kirkwall Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:
Grab an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car and discover Amsterdam and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to the centre of Amsterdam has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Kirkwall Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Amsterdam in January.
The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your flights from Kirkwall Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from KOI to AMS in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of Netherlands
Amsterdam has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Netherlands you'll want to see. About 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, a visit to Rotterdam will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Netherlands, consider The Hague, roughly 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies are among the biggest draws.