Flying from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
The timezone in Amsterdam is UTC+1, which is nine hours behind Cairns.
Leave plenty of time to make your CNS to AMS flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Cairns Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Changi International Airport is a top stopover on the CNS to AMS route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairns Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight is $784. A return ticket is currently $1,721. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CNS to AMS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Cairns Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
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Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)
When it comes to Cairns Airport's on-time performance, 71.55% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Cairns Airport from central Cairns, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near CNS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cairns Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you have a late Cairns Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near AMS:
Explore without limits with an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and discover more of Amsterdam and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around four weeks before your trip.
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 reach the centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairns Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is January, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Cairns Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CNS to AMS sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Netherlands
Rotterdam is just one of the many places in Netherlands waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Amsterdam. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.
Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, The Hague is another essential 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.