Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Plovdiv Airport (PDV): what you need to know
Plovdiv is one hour ahead of Amsterdam and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your AMS to PDV flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Plovdiv Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between AMS and PDV include:
Stansted Airport
Manchester Airport
Birmingham International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Plovdiv Airport (PDV)
Right now, 143 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Plovdiv Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 229 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from AMS to PDV. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Plovdiv Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Landing cheap flights from AMS to PDV is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Plovdiv Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
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.
Central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to AMS? If you're catching an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Plovdiv Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Plovdiv Airport (PDV)
Step off your Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Plovdiv Airport flight and jump into your hotel bed soon after. If you're searching for a comfy option within easy reach of PDV, make your way to Rodopi Hotel.
Explore without limits with a Plovdiv Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Top Rent a Car, Low Cost Cars or Sixt and discover more of Plovdiv and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Plovdiv Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Plovdiv Airport (PDV) to central Plovdiv
Plovdiv Airport to the centre of Plovdiv has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Plovdiv Airport (PDV)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Plovdiv Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Plovdiv based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Plovdiv is August, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Plovdiv Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from AMS to PDV in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Plovdiv is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Bulgaria just waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres north-west of Plovdiv, a visit to Sofia will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like National Palace of Culture, Boyana Church and City Garden.
Varna is another well-known destination in Bulgaria and is around 290 kilometres north-east of Plovdiv. No trip is complete without visiting Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).