Travelling from Samui International Airport (USM) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): what you need to know
Amsterdam is six hours behind Koh Samui and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your USM to AMS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Samui International Airport (USM) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
At the moment, $496 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Samui International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,096. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from USM to AMS, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Samui International Airport (USM)
Samui International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 83% of flights that take off from USM land on time.
Samui International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Koh Samui. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Samui International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to USM:
Arriving at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Samui International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:
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 discover more of Amsterdam and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport about four weeks ahead.
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 by car.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from Samui International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is February, while September is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Samui International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport for August if you'd like to go to Amsterdam during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from USM to AMS in February. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Rotterdam is just one of the many cities in the Netherlands waiting to be discovered once you've seen Amsterdam. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Erasmus Bridge, Kijk-Kubus Museum-house and Van Nelle Factory.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in the Netherlands, consider The Hague, roughly 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. Mauritshuis Museum, Inner Court & Hall Of The Knights and The Hague are the start of reasons to visit.