Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1, making Amsterdam one hour ahead of London.
Flights from LCY to AMS start from 07:15 — the earliest with British Airways. The last departure is at 20:45 with KLM. Overall, you can choose from 99 weekly London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LCY to AMS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
British Airways has direct flights from London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Amsterdam — and maybe even more of Netherlands if your schedule allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is British Airways.
With 70.13% of its services arriving as planned, KLM is the most punctual carrier offering LCY to AMS flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LCY and AMS include:
Frankfurt Airport
Luxembourg Airport
Glasgow International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
At the moment, Rs25,936 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs57,854. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from LCY to AMS, book your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
December is the cheapest month for flights from London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)
When it comes to London City Airport's on-time performance, 74.57% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to London City Airport from central London, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to LCY:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Reserve a hotel close to AMS if you're taking a late London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and explore beyond Amsterdam's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around four weeks before you set off.
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.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from London City 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 fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 24ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LCY to AMS in February. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of Netherlands
You've seen Amsterdam, now it's time to explore more of Netherlands. Journey about 56 kilometres south-west to Rotterdam to check off its top sights. From Markthal to Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, The Hague is another favourite stop in Netherlands. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.