Travelling from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Birmingham Airport (BHX): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Birmingham Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Birmingham's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Birmingham one hour behind Amsterdam.
You can choose from 42 weekly Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Birmingham Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with easyJet is the earliest flight you can take. EasyJet operates the last service of the day at 21:35.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your AMS to BHX flight.
Flying during a peak month like September? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Birmingham (and then seeing more of the United Kingdom!) is easy with KLM. This popular airline has direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Birmingham Airport.
KLM is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
EasyJet tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for AMS to BHX flights, with 84.96% of services arriving on schedule.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Birmingham Airport. Here are the top stopovers between AMS and BHX:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Brussels International Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Birmingham Airport flight is $89. A round-trip ticket right now is $161. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book one month before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from AMS to BHX.
The cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Birmingham Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Birmingham Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
When it comes to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near AMS? If you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Birmingham Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Birmingham Airport (BHX)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Birmingham Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BHX instead:
Pick up a Birmingham Airport rental car and discover Birmingham and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are well-known companies you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Birmingham Airport about one week before you set off.
When to fly to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Birmingham Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Birmingham based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Birmingham Airport for July if you'd like to visit Birmingham during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from AMS to BHX in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres south-east of Birmingham, a trip to London will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Around 113 kilometres north of Birmingham, Manchester is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.