Flying from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport is 13 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is eight hours ahead of Amsterdam.
Each week, there are seven Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, pick the 13:25 KLM flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 14:25 with KLM.
To ensure you get on your AMS to NRT flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like September? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
KLM is your gateway to discovering Tokyo (and perhaps some other great corners of Japan!). Check out the direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most passengers choose to fly with KLM on this route.
With a dependable 80.33% of services arriving on schedule, KLM is the most punctual carrier offering AMS to NRT flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between AMS and NRT include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Incheon International Airport
Warsaw Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
$550 is the lowest price for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,052. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AMS to NRT if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Tokyo Narita 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 Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Of all flights departing from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, 75% land on schedule at their destination.
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 get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near AMS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
Book a hotel close to NRT if you're on a late Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Tokyo Narita Airport rental car and explore Tokyo and beyond with your own wheels. Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Rental are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Tokyo Narita Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Tokyo Narita Airport is roughly 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. The drive time takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
When to fly to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport. May is the most popular month to visit Tokyo. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport for August if you want to visit Tokyo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from AMS to NRT in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Japan just waiting to be discovered. About 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a visit to Osaka will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Nagoya is another sought-after destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without seeing Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.


