Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
The timezone in Amsterdam is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Edinburgh.
Every week, there are 42 Edinburgh Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, pick the 05:45 KLM flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 20:55 with easyJet.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your EDI to AMS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Amsterdam (and then seeing more of the Netherlands!) is easy with KLM. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
KLM is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With 73.59% of services landing on schedule, KLM is the most punctual carrier offering EDI to AMS flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between EDI and AMS:
London Luton Airport
Birmingham Airport
London City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight is $57. A return fare is currently $168. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from EDI to AMS, reserve your trip two months ahead of your departure.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Finding cheap flights from EDI to AMS is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of all flights leaving Edinburgh Airport, 73% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near EDI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Consider booking a hotel close to AMS if you have a late Edinburgh Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Amsterdam Schiphol Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and venture far and wide through Amsterdam and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Amsterdam. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. September is the most popular month to head to Amsterdam. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from EDI to AMS in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Rotterdam is just one of the many cities in the Netherlands waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Amsterdam. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Erasmus Bridge, Kijk-Kubus Museum-house and Van Nelle Factory.
If you're eager to discover another side of the Netherlands, consider The Hague, roughly 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. Mauritshuis Museum, Inner Court & Hall Of The Knights and The Hague are highlights.