Travelling from Phoenix to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Phoenix. Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) departing from here.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located in Amsterdam. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Phoenix.
Your flight from Phoenix to AMS won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During high season, expect extended wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix, SCF can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Phoenix to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Phoenix to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Here's where you can connect between Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport and AMS:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
With public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to PHX in around 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 8 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Phoenix to AMS flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 82.57% of flights departing here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Whether just for an hour or several days, a stopover can make your whole trip feel a little more stress-free. When flying out of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA), you can book a flight ticket from Phoenix to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) stopping at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
On your way to AZA from central Phoenix? The airport is around 56 kilometres away, and getting there takes about 40 minutes by car.
Make catching an early Phoenix to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels close to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and get to your boarding gate with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive at their destinations without delays. At AZA, that rate is 78.65%.
The address of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Consider staying in a hotel near AMS if you have a late flight from Phoenix to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Select one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Pick up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car and explore Amsterdam and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Alamo are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Phoenix to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to the centre of Amsterdam is about 13 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Currently, ₹ 29,927 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 67,330. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Phoenix to AMS, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Amsterdam. June is when most people book flights from Phoenix to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Phoenix to AMS flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 24ºC.
February has temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Amsterdam
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Amsterdam right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Phoenix to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum and Stichting Het Rijksmuseum are leading attractions which should feature on every Amsterdam itinerary.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Eindhoven is just one of the many cities in the Netherlands waiting to be explored after you've seen Amsterdam. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Van Gogh - Roosegaarde Cycle Path, Taste Eindhoven Foodtours and Designhuis.
Around 161 kilometres north-east of Amsterdam, Groningen is another favourite stop in the Netherlands. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Martiniplaza.