Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Philadelphia International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-4, which is five hours behind Amsterdam.
Flights from AMS to PHL start from 10:55 — the first with American Airlines. The last departure is at 13:05 with American Airlines. Overall, there are ten weekly Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Philadelphia International Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to make your AMS to PHL flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
American Airlines is your ticket to exploring Philadelphia (and perhaps some other great parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Philadelphia International Airport offered by this airline.
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating AMS to PHL flights, with 76.92% of its services landing on time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Philadelphia International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between AMS and PHL:
Dublin Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
$1,077 is the best price for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Philadelphia International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $872. These prices may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from AMS to PHL, reserve your trip seven months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Philadelphia International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Of all flights leaving Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from central Amsterdam, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Philadelphia International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near AMS:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
If you're landing on a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Philadelphia International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near PHL:
Grab a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and discover Philadelphia and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
You'll find PHL at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
Philadelphia International Airport to the centre of Philadelphia has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Philadelphia International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Philadelphia based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Philadelphia International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AMS to PHL in January. Average temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. About 129 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, a visit to New York will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If you're eager to discover another side of United States, consider Boston, roughly 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are key highlights.