Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Amsterdam is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Helsinki.
Flights from HEL to AMS start from 07:00 — the first with KLM. The last service of the day is at 18:10 with KLM. Overall, you can take your pick of 87 weekly Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your HEL to AMS flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Getting to Amsterdam (and then exploring more of Netherlands!) is a snap with Finnair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Finnair has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Among carriers operating HEL to AMS flights, KLM is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between HEL and AMS:
Tallinn Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight is 56 €. A return ticket right now is 179 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book nine months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HEL to AMS.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from HEL to AMS is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
60.23% of flights taking off from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to HEL? If you're catching an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you have a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near AMS:
Follow your own route with an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and discover more of Amsterdam and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is roughly 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is January, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for August if you want to go to Amsterdam during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HEL to AMS sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Netherlands
Amsterdam has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Netherlands waiting to be explored. Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, a visit to Rotterdam will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.
The Hague is another sought-after destination in Netherlands and is around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. No journey is complete without seeing Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.
