Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Naha Airport (OKA): what you need to know
Okinawa's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Okinawa eight hours ahead of Amsterdam.
Give yourself enough time to make your AMS to OKA flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Naha Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between AMS and OKA:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Naha Airport (OKA)
372 € is the lowest price for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Naha Airport flight. A return flight starts from 597 €. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from AMS to OKA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Naha Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from AMS to OKA.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Naha Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Of the flights that depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from central Amsterdam, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near AMS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Naha Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Naha Airport (OKA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Naha Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near OKA instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Naha Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Rakuten, Relax car hire or Hello rent a car and find adventure across Okinawa and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Naha Airport around two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Naha Airport (OKA) to central Okinawa
The street address for OKA is 150 Kagamizu, Naha.
From Naha Airport, Okinawa is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Naha Airport (OKA)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Naha Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Okinawa based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Okinawa is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Naha Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from AMS to OKA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
Okinawa has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Japan waiting to be explored. Around 18 kilometres south-west of Okinawa, a visit to Naha will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Nahashi Wakasa Community Centre, Namura Hall and 那覇地方検察庁・福岡高等検察庁那覇支部.
Ginowan is another favourite destination in Japan and is around 8 kilometres south-west of Okinawa. No trip is complete without visiting ラウンドワンスタジアム沖縄宜野湾店スポッチャ, ラウンドワンスタジアム 沖縄・宜野湾店 カラオケ and ぎのわんマリーナ海の駅.