Flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Around 9 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1, making Amsterdam eight hours ahead of Seattle.
Flights from SEA to AMS start at 13:25 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The last departure is at 18:10 with Delta Air Lines. Overall, there are 17 weekly Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flights.
Your SEA to AMS flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Jetting into Amsterdam (and then seeing more of Netherlands!) is a breeze with Delta Air Lines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Delta Air Lines on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering SEA to AMS flights is Delta Air Lines. Its services land without delay 71.93% of the time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SEA and AMS include:
Vancouver International Airport
Keflavik International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight is $413. A round-trip ticket right now is $906. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SEA to AMS, book your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SEA to AMS.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near SEA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Book one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:
Travel at your own speed with an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and discover more of Amsterdam and beyond.
Booking your ride from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
From Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Amsterdam is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. June is the most popular month to visit Amsterdam. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for August if you'd like to explore Amsterdam during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SEA to AMS in February. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Netherlands
You've done Amsterdam, now it's time to explore other parts of Netherlands. Journey about 56 kilometres south-west to Rotterdam to check off its leading sights. From Markthal to Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
The Hague is another must-experience destination in Netherlands and is around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. No trip is complete without visiting Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.