Travelling from Belfast to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Belfast to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are the two main airports in Belfast.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 35 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Belfast to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Amsterdam is 1 hour ahead of Belfast. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located in Amsterdam, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is the most popular route. There are 11 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with easyJet at 18:45. Opt for the first BFS to AMS departure with easyJet at 06:05 if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Belfast to AMS won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Get to your destination in one go from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Nonstop flights from Belfast to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) are available from here.
easyJet is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Belfast to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport taking off from BFS.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Belfast to AMS departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
The distance from central Belfast to BFS is approximately 32 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
In search of a convenient hotel near Belfast International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Belfast to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) operates direct flights from Belfast to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS).
From BHD, direct flights from Belfast to AMS are available with easyJet.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Belfast to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between George Best Belfast City Airport and AMS:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
BHD is about 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It takes 12 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 22 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Belfast to AMS? Unwind in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near AMS:
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam
From Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport, Amsterdam is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 23 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 3 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Belfast to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport from 25 € or travel return from just 116 €. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
11 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Belfast to AMS.
To snag the best price on your tickets from Belfast to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport, schedule your trip for August (it's when flights are cheapest). Flexible with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Belfast to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Amsterdam in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Belfast to AMS in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Travel in February for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 0ºC and 9ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Belfast to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport.
More about Amsterdam
Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Amsterdam:
Anne Frank House and Van Gogh Museum are a couple of top attractions to put on your Amsterdam must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Rijksmuseum.
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