Travelling from New York to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): What you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in New York. Explore your options leaving from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) when booking your flight from New York to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS).
Around 7 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct New York to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight.
The timezone in Amsterdam is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of New York. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is located in Amsterdam.
The busiest route is from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), with 32 direct weekly services. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from JFK to AMS is the 12:40am KLM option. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 10:59pm with JetBlue Airways.
Your flight from New York to AMS won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
July is a popular time to fly out. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Fourth of July, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) can be booked from this terminal.
Pick from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from New York to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport departing from JFK. Reserve your trip with one of these:
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with KLM from JFK to AMS.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is jetBlue.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from New York to AMS leaving from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Here's where you could connect through:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
JFK is about 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from New York to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these stays near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% land on time at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can book a direct New York to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) plane ticket out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Figure out if flying from EWR works better for your plans.
From EWR, direct flights from New York to AMS can be booked with United Airlines.
United is the most popular choice for travellers flying from EWR to AMS.
Choose United if you prioritize punctuality. Its flights between Newark Liberty International Airport and Amsterdam Schiphol Airport arrive as scheduled 81.67% of the time.
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from New York to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, browse these options when leaving from Newark Liberty International Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
With public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in about 1 hour. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your New York to AMS flight, stay in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 71%.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Book a plane ticket from New York to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) departing from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with a stop or two. Popular stopovers between LGA and AMS include:
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The trip to LGA from central New York is around 55 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 30 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early New York to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels close to New York LaGuardia Airport and head to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance record of LGA is 69%. To put it simply, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
You'll find New York LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Have a late flight from New York to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near AMS and hit the lights earlier:
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your New York to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight.
Getting from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Central Amsterdam is around 18 kilometres from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
₹ 20,615 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from New York to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. A return flight starts at ₹ 43,520. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Book five months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from New York to AMS.
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The best time to fly from New York to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. January is the quietest month to visit Amsterdam. September is when most people book flights from New York to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your New York to AMS plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 25ºC.
February sees temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from New York to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Amsterdam
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Amsterdam right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from New York to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House are popular attractions which should be on every Amsterdam itinerary.
Explore more of the Netherlands
You've seen Amsterdam, now it's time to explore other parts of the Netherlands. Journey around 113 kilometres southeast to Eindhoven to tick off its top attractions. From Van Gogh - Roosegaarde Cycle Path to Designhuis and Philips Stadion, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Groningen is another essential stop in the Netherlands and is around 161 kilometres northeast of Amsterdam. No journey is complete without experiencing Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Stadspark.
