Flying from Frankfurt to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Frankfurt has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Book a direct flight from Frankfurt to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 13 minutes.
Amsterdam (where Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located) and Frankfurt share the UTC+1 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
With 101 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is the busiest route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 06:45. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the last departure from FRA to AMS is with Lufthansa at 21:05.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Frankfurt to AMS. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) can be booked from this terminal.
KLM is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Frankfurt to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport leaving from FRA.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Frankfurt to AMS that includes a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between FRA and AMS include:
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
FRA is about 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the best route and available public transport options.
Booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Frankfurt Airport:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Want other options for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)? Check out the fares flying out of Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Board your direct flight from Frankfurt to AMS with Lufthansa. This is one of the leading carriers that operates this route out of HHN.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Frankfurt to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and AMS:
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
You can reach HHN from the centre of Frankfurt in approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes to cover the 121 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Frankfurt to AMS, stay in one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
About Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Frankfurt to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Amsterdam. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 23 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour and 3 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
$120 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport. Return flights start from $264. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
9 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to lock in flight tickets from Frankfurt to AMS.
The cheapest month for tickets from Frankfurt to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Amsterdam in February when things are quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Amsterdam. August is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Frankfurt to AMS sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 24ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Amsterdam
Start your Amsterdam trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum are attractions you won't want to skip in Amsterdam.
Complete your Amsterdam trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Frankfurt to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Amsterdam and compare your options in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.