Traveling from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol take 2 hours 48 minutes. Amsterdam and Alicante share the same timezone (UTC+1), which means you won't need to change your watch once you land.
You can choose from 30 weekly flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. The 05:40 departure with Transavia is the earliest flight out between ALC and AMS. Transavia operates the last service of the day at 23:45 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
One simple trip from ALC to AMS is all it takes to reach Amsterdam, Netherlands. You'll find a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, including:
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the popular stopovers between ALC and AMS:
Ibiza Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Netherlands, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the latest information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from ALC to AMS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is C$40. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$149. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To get cheap flight tickets from ALC to AMS, reserve your journey 4 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Alicante-Elche Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Alicante-Elche Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Alicante. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 47 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near ALC. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near AMS:
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
From Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Amsterdam is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 23 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour and 3 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Amsterdam in February.
The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in this month if you like this kind of weather.
February has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from ALC to AMS sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Amsterdam
As soon as you've locked in your flights from ALC to AMS, you'll need to find a hotel in Amsterdam. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum are attractions you won't want to skip in Amsterdam.
Complete your Amsterdam trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Amsterdam.