Flying from London International Airport (YXU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1, making Amsterdam five hours ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your YXU to AMS flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from London International Airport (YXU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
$889 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. A return flight starts from $1,037. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from YXU to AMS, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about London International Airport (YXU)
50.41% of flights that take off from London International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central London to London International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of about 55 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near YXU. Whether you're catching an early flight from London International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Amsterdam and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
From Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Amsterdam is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from London International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. June is the busiest month to visit Amsterdam. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from London International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for August if you want to visit Amsterdam during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 24ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from YXU to AMS in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of Netherlands
Rotterdam is just one of the many cities in Netherlands waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Amsterdam. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.
Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, The Hague is another favourite stop in Netherlands. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.