Travelling from Milan to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll catch your flight from Milan to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are the main airports in Milan.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 55 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Milan to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight.
Milan and Amsterdam (where Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch on arrival.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) is the most popular route. There are 15 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, hop on the last flight with easyJet at 8:50pm. Go for the first MXP to AMS departure operated by easyJet at 6am if getting there sooner works for you.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Milan to AMS.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
You can book a direct flight from Milan to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) out of Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP).
You can book a direct flight from Milan to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport with easyJet. This well-known airline operates departures from MXP.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between MXP and AMS is easyJet.
With 79.66% of services landing on schedule, easyJet is the highest-rated carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 48 kilometres from central Milan, MXP can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
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Of the departures from Milan Malpensa Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Milan to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Check out these connections between Milan Bergamo Airport and AMS:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
On public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in around 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
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Milan Bergamo Airport has an on-time performance of 75%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Board once and be on your way from Milano Linate Airport (LIN). Direct flights from Milan to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport are available from here.
Book with one of these leading airlines that offer direct Milan to AMS plane tickets from LIN:
KLM is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from LIN to AMS.
KLM is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
LIN is around 8 kilometres from central Milan. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 20 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
Make catching an early Milan to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Milano Linate Airport and get to your departure gate with time to spare:
With 84% of its departing flights arriving on time, LIN is a dependable starting point for any adventure.
About Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
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Getting from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Amsterdam. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
$38 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Milan to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. A return flight starts at $151. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Milan to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). September is the peak month for travel to Amsterdam. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in January.
Book a Milan to AMS plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Amsterdam to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Milan to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in February when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Amsterdam
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There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Amsterdam itinerary.
Explore more of the Netherlands
You've done Amsterdam, now it's time to discover other parts of the Netherlands. Journey around 113 kilometres southeast to Eindhoven to check off its leading sights. From Van Gogh - Roosegaarde Cycle Path to Designhuis and Philips Stadion, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 161 kilometres northeast of Amsterdam, Groningen is another essential stop in the Netherlands. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Stadspark.