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Flight deals from Vancouver to Amsterdam Schiphol

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Amsterdam.$781 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct, returning Sun, 5 Oct.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $781, select.
Amsterdam.$838 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Sun, 5 Oct.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $838, select.
Amsterdam.$869 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Air Transat.Outbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $869, select.
Amsterdam.$871 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Thu, 11 Sep.Return flight with Air Transat.Outbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $871, select.
Amsterdam.$919 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Jul, returning Thu, 14 Aug.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $919, select.
Amsterdam.$1,058 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Thu, 16 Oct.Return flight with KLM.Outbound direct flight with KLM departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound direct flight with KLM departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,058, select.
Amsterdam.$1,058 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Nov, returning Mon, 17 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,058, select.
Amsterdam.$1,058 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,058, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Vancouver to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from $1,162
Jul
from $1,201
Aug
from $1,068
Sep
from $871
Oct
from $781
Nov
from $1,058
Dec
from $1,203
Jan
from $1,125
Feb
from $1,162
Mar
from $1,317
Apr
from $1,320
May
from $1,183
Cheapest month:October
Most expensive month:April

Direct flights from Vancouver to Amsterdam Schiphol

Vancouver to Amsterdam Schiphol: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Vancouver to Amsterdam below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Amsterdam Schiphol.

Vancouver to Amsterdam: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$781
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time9 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week19

Finding cheap flights from Vancouver to Amsterdam Schiphol: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Vancouver to Amsterdam Schiphol is $781. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
9 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Vancouver to Amsterdam Schiphol.
Delta, Virgin Atlantic and KLM fly direct from Vancouver to Amsterdam Schiphol.
As of June 2025, there are 19 flights per week flying from Vancouver to Amsterdam Schiphol.
The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to Amsterdam Schiphol is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on Friday, 3 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 30 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Amsterdam Schiphol but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Amsterdam is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Vancouver to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): What you need to know

  • You can choose from a variety of airports when planning your flight from Vancouver to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). Explore your options for jetting out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).

  • Book a direct Vancouver to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight and you'll be travelling for around 9 hours 25 minutes.

  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located in Amsterdam. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Vancouver.

  • The most popular route is from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). You can choose from 6 direct services each week. KLM operates a 3:35pm departure between YVR and AMS.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Vancouver to AMS.

  • During high season, expect longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Vancouver to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) operate out of this terminal.

  • You can book a direct flight from Vancouver to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol with KLM. This popular carrier operates services from YVR.

  • The most frequently booked airline between YVR and AMS is KLM.

  • KLM ranks highest for on-time performance. An impressive 85.29% of its services on this route arrive without delay.

  • Located around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.

  • Searching for a comfortable hotel near Vancouver International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)

  • CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 15 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Vancouver to AMS flight? Relax in a hotel near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:

Abbotsford Airport (YXX)

  • The journey time to YXX from the centre of Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.

  • Sleep a little longer and still make your Vancouver to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Abbotsford Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:

  • Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights touch down within the expected time frame. At YXX, that rate is 67.97%.

About Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam

  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to central Amsterdam is roughly 13 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is $366. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $781. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Get your hands on cheap flights from Vancouver to AMS by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Vancouver to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on flight tickets from Vancouver to AMS.

  • Save money on your flight from Vancouver to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol by using the search filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Vancouver to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your Vancouver to AMS flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).

More about Amsterdam

  • Start your Amsterdam trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum and Stichting Het Rijksmuseum are highlights which should be on every Amsterdam itinerary.

Explore more of the Netherlands

  • Eindhoven is just one of the many cities in the Netherlands waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Amsterdam. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Van Gogh - Roosegaarde Cycle Path, Taste Eindhoven Foodtours and Designhuis.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in the Netherlands, head for Groningen, about 161 kilometres north-east of Amsterdam. Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Martiniplaza are highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Vancouver to Amsterdam

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