Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Stansted Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is 1 hour 5 minutes.
The timezone in Amsterdam is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
Flights from STN to AMS start at 08:00 — the earliest with easyJet. The latest departure is at 20:20 with easyJet. In total, there are 47 weekly Stansted Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your STN to AMS flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Travelling to Amsterdam (and then discovering more of Netherlands!) is a breeze with easyJet. This popular airline offers direct flights from Stansted Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is easyJet.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Stansted Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between STN and AMS:
Hamburg Airport
Edinburgh Airport
Billund Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
C$50 is the lowest price for a one-way Stansted Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Return flights start at C$156. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from STN to AMS by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Stansted Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from STN to AMS by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Stansted Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
Of all flights leaving Stansted Airport, 64.73% touch down on time at their destination.
Stansted Airport is around 64 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Stansted Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near STN:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you're landing on a late Stansted Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near AMS:
Grab an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car and explore Amsterdam and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Alamo are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
From Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Amsterdam is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Stansted Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. June is the busiest month to head to Amsterdam. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Stansted Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for August if you'd like to go to Amsterdam during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from STN to AMS sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Netherlands
You've visited Amsterdam, now it's time to discover more of Netherlands. Travel about 56 kilometres south-west to Rotterdam to check off its top attractions. From Markthal to Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Netherlands, head for The Hague, about 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies are key highlights.