Travelling from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Amsterdam is one hour ahead of Nottingham and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your EMA to AMS flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from East Midlands Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between EMA and AMS:
Dublin Airport
Geneve Airport
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
How to find the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
50 € is the lowest price for a one-way East Midlands Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Return flights start at 102 €. These prices may change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from EMA to AMS, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from East Midlands Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from EMA to AMS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from East Midlands Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Handy information about East Midlands Airport (EMA)
75.1% of flights taking off from East Midlands Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Nottingham to East Midlands Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from East Midlands Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to EMA:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Book a hotel close to AMS if you're on a late East Midlands Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car and discover Amsterdam and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Alamo are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to the centre of Amsterdam has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from East Midlands Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is January, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from East Midlands Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from EMA to AMS sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Netherlands
You've seen Amsterdam, now it's time to discover other parts of Netherlands. Travel around 56 kilometres south-west to Rotterdam to check off its must-visit sights. From Markthal to Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, The Hague is another essential stop in Netherlands. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.