Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Amsterdam and Montpellier are both in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
You can choose from seven weekly Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport flights. The 11:20 departure with KLM is the earliest available. KLM operates the last service of the day at 16:35.
To ensure you get on your AMS to MPL flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
KLM offers direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Montpellier — and maybe even more of France if you have time.
KLM is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
KLM is the most punctual carrier offering AMS to MPL flights, with 75.41% of its services landing on time.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between AMS and MPL:
EuroAirport Swiss
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
81 € is currently the best price for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport flight. A return flight starts at 152 €. These fares may change based on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from AMS to MPL, book your journey seven months before your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Of the departures from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% touch down on time at their destination.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is about 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to AMS:
Arriving at Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
Book a hotel near MPL if you have a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Montpellier Mediterranee Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Montpellier and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to central Montpellier
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Montpellier. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Montpellier. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Montpellier, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AMS to MPL in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of France
You've seen Montpellier, now it's time to explore other corners of France. Journey about 129 kilometres east to Marseille to tick off its popular sights. From Old Port of Marseille to Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Lyon is another favourite destination in France and is around 257 kilometres north of Montpellier. No trip is complete without experiencing Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
