Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by considering where you'll board your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are Kuala Lumpur's main airports.
Take a direct Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 13 hours.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located in Amsterdam. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
You can pick from 6 direct flights each week between Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). This is the most popular route, with KLM offering a 11:50pm departure from KUL to AMS.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Kuala Lumpur to AMS.
With more travellers during high season, plan to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) leave from this terminal.
When leaving from KUL, you can catch a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol with KLM.
KLM is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from KUL to AMS.
Among carriers operating on this route, KLM has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to AMS. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
KUL is about 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% land on time at their destination.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
With public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Kuala Lumpur to AMS flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
67.97% of flights departing Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:
Grab an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car and explore Amsterdam and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Alamo are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to central Amsterdam is about 13 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
At the moment, 204 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. The cheapest price for a return flight is 513 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to AMS, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Cheap Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
June is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). Visit Amsterdam in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Kuala Lumpur to AMS plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Amsterdam to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Amsterdam
Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Amsterdam:
Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Amsterdam to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Stichting Het Rijksmuseum.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Eindhoven is just one of the many cities in the Netherlands waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Amsterdam. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Van Gogh - Roosegaarde Cycle Path, Taste Eindhoven Foodtours and Designhuis.
Groningen is another favourite destination in the Netherlands and is around 161 kilometres north-east of Amsterdam. No trip is complete without experiencing Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Martiniplaza.
