Flying from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Edmonton International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Amsterdam is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Edmonton.
Every week, there are six Edmonton International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flights. If you'd like to get going early, pick the 17:05 KLM flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 18:30 with KLM.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your YEG to AMS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Jetting into Amsterdam (and then exploring more of Netherlands!) is easy with KLM. This popular airline has direct flights from Edmonton International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is KLM.
KLM is the most punctual carrier offering YEG to AMS flights. A reliable 88.1% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Edmonton International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight is $420. A return ticket right now is $810. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from YEG to AMS, book your trip nine months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Edmonton International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Of all flights departing from Edmonton International Airport, 69.55% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Edmonton to Edmonton International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near YEG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Edmonton 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. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and venture far and wide through Amsterdam and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Amsterdam. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from Edmonton International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is January, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YEG to AMS sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Netherlands
Amsterdam is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Netherlands waiting to be explored. About 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, a trip to Rotterdam will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.
Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, The Hague is another essential stop in Netherlands. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.