Flying from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from London Southend Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1, making Amsterdam one hour ahead of London.
Every week, there are four London Southend Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as early as possible, select the 11:45 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 19:50 with easyJet.
Your SEN to AMS flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as May. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
EasyJet has direct flights from London Southend Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Amsterdam — and maybe even more of the Netherlands if you have time.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with easyJet on this route.
EasyJet is the most punctual carrier that offers SEN to AMS flights, with 69.84% of its services landing on time.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Southend Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SEN and AMS:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Malaga Airport
Geneva Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Southend Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight is $34. A round-trip fare right now is $141. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from SEN to AMS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from London Southend Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about London Southend Airport (SEN)
London Southend Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart SEN reach their destination on time.
To get to London Southend Airport from central London, it takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near SEN? If you're catching an early flight from London Southend Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Southend Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:
Explore without limits with a Amsterdam Schiphol Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and see more of Amsterdam and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport around four weeks in advance.
When to fly to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from London Southend Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is February, while September is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from London Southend Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport for August if you want to go to Amsterdam during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SEN to AMS in February. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Amsterdam has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the Netherlands waiting to be discovered. Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, a visit to Rotterdam will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Erasmus Bridge, Kijk-Kubus Museum-house and Van Nelle Factory.
Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, The Hague is another favourite stop in the Netherlands. No visit is complete without checking out Mauritshuis Museum, Inner Court & Hall Of The Knights and The Hague.
