Travelling from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): what you need to know
Around 11 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
Amsterdam is four hours ahead of Rio de Janeiro and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Choose from seven weekly Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flights. The 20:50 departure with KLM is the earliest available. KLM operates the latest service of the day at 21:55.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your GIG to AMS flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Travelling to Amsterdam (and then discovering more of the Netherlands!) is a breeze with KLM. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with KLM on this route.
With a dependable 91.67% of services arriving on schedule, KLM has the best on-time record for GIG to AMS flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between GIG and AMS:
London Heathrow Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Madrid Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
$507 is the lowest price for a one-way Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,074. These prices may change based on availability.
Score cheap tickets from GIG to AMS by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, 79% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Rio de Janeiro to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Need a handy hotel close to GIG? If you're boarding an early flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
If you're landing on a late Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near AMS:
Go where the road takes you with a Amsterdam Schiphol Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and experience more of Amsterdam and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam
From Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, Amsterdam is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is February, while September is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from GIG to AMS in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of the Netherlands
You've visited Amsterdam, now it's time to discover other parts of the Netherlands. Travel about 56 kilometres south-west to Rotterdam to check off its must-visit sights. From Erasmus Bridge to Kijk-Kubus Museum-house and Van Nelle Factory, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
The Hague is another sought-after destination in the Netherlands and is around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. No trip is complete without dropping by Mauritshuis Museum, Inner Court & Hall Of The Knights and The Hague.



