Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Vancouver: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Vancouver is 9 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7. The city is eight hours behind Amsterdam, where Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the most traveled route, with six departures a week to pick from. You can travel from AMS to YVR at 12:50 with KLM.
For a relaxed start to your AMS to Vancouver flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Direct Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Vancouver tickets are available for booking. Vancouver International Airport (YVR) will be where your journey ends.
Book your favourite seat with KLM. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Vancouver.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from AMS to Vancouver. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Amsterdam, AMS can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near AMS? If you're catching an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Vancouver, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol's on-time performance, data shows 67.93% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Vancouver
The best price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Vancouver flight is ₹ 24,919. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 52,297. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from AMS to Vancouver, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
The best month for finding cheap Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Vancouver tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to the centre of Vancouver takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near YVR if you're coming in on a late flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Vancouver. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Grab a Vancouver International Airport rental car and explore Vancouver and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from AMS to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Central Vancouver is located around 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Once your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Vancouver has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 5 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 15 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near CXH. Unwind and get cosy after your AMS to Vancouver flight at one of these well-located options:
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just whatever's left, by securing your ride from CXH before your arrival. You'll also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially during busy airport times.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Vancouver has arrived. Central Vancouver is around 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and takes roughly 1 hour to get to by car.
If you use public transport, the journey time is around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near YXX after your AMS to Vancouver flight. Unwind after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to settle into a new destination at:
Start your journey without worrying about how to get to your destination with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with reliable companies here like Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
Get ahead of the game and reap the rewards. Book your ride from YXX one week before your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Vancouver for the best rates.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Before booking your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Vancouver, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Vancouver offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Book your Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Vancouver flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from AMS to Vancouver in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Vancouver
After booking your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Vancouver, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Vancouver:
Granville Island and Stanley Park are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Vancouver travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Science World.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres east of Vancouver, a visit to Kelowna will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
Kamloops is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. No journey is complete without dropping by Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.