Flying from Paris to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Paris to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). Check out your options for leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
The average time for a direct Paris to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Amsterdam (where Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located) and Paris share the UTC+1 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
With 88 direct flights a week between the two airports, Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is the busiest route. Air France operates the earliest flight at 6:40am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from CDG to AMS is with KLM at 8:35pm.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Paris to AMS. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can jump on a direct flight from Paris to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Air France is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Paris to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol jetting out of CDG.
Most passengers choose to book seats with Air France between CDG and AMS.
Among carriers on this route, KLM is the most consistent for on-time landings.
CDG is about 27 kilometres from central Paris. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Paris to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Charles de Gaulle Airport:
Of all flights departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Consider beginning your travels from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). You can book a direct Paris to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) flight ticket from this hub.
Catch your direct flight from Paris to AMS with Transavia France. This is one of the main carriers flying this route out of ORY.
On the ORY to AMS route, Transavia France is the preferred choice for many passengers.
You can get to ORY from the centre of Paris in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Paris to AMS flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Paris Orly Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75.56%.
The street address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Lock in a flight ticket from Paris to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) departing from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) with one or more stops. Popular stopovers between BVA and AMS are:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
From the centre of Paris, BVA is around 88 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to arrive by car and 2 hours 20 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Paris to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Beauvais-Tille Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down without delays. At BVA, that figure is 66.39%.
Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Paris to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these 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 popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Paris to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
The centre of Amsterdam is about 13 kilometres from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do a little research before you go.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Rs10,983 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Paris to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Return flights start at Rs37,484. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To snap up cheap flights from Paris to AMS, book your flight ticket five months ahead of your departure date.
October is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Paris to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Amsterdam. June is when most people book flights from Paris to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Book a Paris to AMS flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Amsterdam to range from 14ºC to 24ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Paris to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in February when temperatures are between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about Amsterdam
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Amsterdam right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Paris to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol:
Your visit to Amsterdam should come with a side of sightseeing. Leading attractions that belong on your itinerary include Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum and Stichting Het Rijksmuseum.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Eindhoven is just one of the many places in the Netherlands waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Amsterdam. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Van Gogh - Roosegaarde Cycle Path, Taste Eindhoven Foodtours and Designhuis.
Around 161 kilometres north-east of Amsterdam, Groningen is another favourite stop in the Netherlands. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Martiniplaza.
