Travelling from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Dresden and Amsterdam follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your DRS to AMS flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dresden International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between DRS and AMS include:
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dresden International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight is $231. A return plane ticket is currently $440. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from DRS to AMS, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Dresden International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Picking up cheap flights from DRS to AMS is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Dresden International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Handy information about Dresden International Airport (DRS)
84.36% of flights leaving Dresden International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from DRS.
To reach Dresden International Airport from central Dresden, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near DRS? If you're catching an early flight from Dresden International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you're getting in on a late Dresden International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near AMS:
Grab an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car and discover Amsterdam and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is approximately 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from Dresden International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is January, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Dresden International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DRS to AMS in February. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Netherlands
Rotterdam is just one of the many cities in Netherlands waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Amsterdam. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Netherlands, head for The Hague, roughly 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies are among its highlights.