Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Sumburgh Airport (LSI): what you need to know
Sumburgh is one hour behind Amsterdam and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Your AMS to LSI flight 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.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sumburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between AMS and LSI include:
Aberdeen International Airport
Glasgow International Airport
Edinburgh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Sumburgh Airport (LSI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sumburgh Airport flight is Rs80,287. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs144,122. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from AMS to LSI. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sumburgh Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from AMS to LSI by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sumburgh Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
When it comes to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol's on-time performance, data shows 67.93% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from central Amsterdam, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sumburgh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to AMS:
Arriving at Sumburgh Airport (LSI)
Consider checking in to The Spiggie Hotel after your Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sumburgh Airport flight. It's a short drive from LSI and a good option if you want to relax as soon as possible.
Explore beyond Sumburgh and head to places that many travellers miss with your own wheels. You can book a Sumburgh Airport rental car from popular outlets like Avis or Europcar.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Sumburgh Airport several weeks in advance. Rates generally rise closer to your departure date.
Getting from Sumburgh Airport (LSI) to central Sumburgh
Sumburgh Airport is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Sumburgh. The drive time takes about 5 minutes.
It'll take around 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sumburgh Airport (LSI)
July is the busiest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sumburgh Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Sumburgh in March.
When reserving your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sumburgh Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sumburgh, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 15ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 3ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from AMS to LSI around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Glasgow is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Sumburgh. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.
Around 451 kilometres south of Sumburgh, Edinburgh is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.
