Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Toronto: what you need to know
Around 7 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Toronto.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4. The city is 5 hours behind Amsterdam, where Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Take your pick of 30 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from AMS to YYZ is the 11:20 KLM option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 17:50 with KLM.
To ensure you get on your flight from AMS to Toronto, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can catch a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Toronto that arrives at Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
You'll have your choice of carriers offering direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Toronto. Book your seat with one of these:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from AMS to Toronto, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
You'll need an ETA for Canada if you have a passport from Netherlands and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Toronto, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Amsterdam, AMS can be reached in approximately 23 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to AMS? If you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Toronto, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Toronto
207 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Toronto. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 341 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from AMS to Toronto, book your trip 10 months ahead of the departure date.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Toronto. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 26 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 49 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Toronto. Book one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
The centre of Toronto is about 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). After your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Toronto has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take approximately 39 minutes.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near YTZ. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from AMS to Toronto at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Toronto
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Toronto while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Toronto, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Toronto in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from AMS to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 1ºC.
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Toronto, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are just two of the major attractions to put on your Toronto travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
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