Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Damascus International Airport (DAM): what you need to know
The timezone in Damascus is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Amsterdam.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your AMS to DAM flight.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Damascus International Airport flight is 219 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 432 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from AMS to DAM, book early. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Damascus International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from AMS to DAM.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Damascus International Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Of all flights departing from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from central Amsterdam, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near AMS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Damascus International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Getting from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to central Damascus
From Damascus International Airport, Damascus is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
August is the most popular month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Damascus International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Damascus in April.
The warmest month in Damascus is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Damascus International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AMS to DAM in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Syria
You've seen Damascus, now it's time to discover other corners of Syria. Journey about 306 kilometres north to Aleppo to check off its top sights. From Aleppo Citadel to The Citadel of Aleppo and The Umayyad Mosque, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another side of Syria, consider Homs, about 145 kilometres north of Damascus. Peronist garden, New Akrama Park and Citadel of Homs are highlights.