Flying from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1, making Amsterdam two hours behind Madinah.
To ensure you catch your MED to AMS flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MED and AMS include:
Cairo International Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight is 110 €. A round-trip fare right now is 367 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MED to AMS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
77.98% of flights leaving from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport from central Madinah, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to MED:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Book one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:
Grab 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 top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
From Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Amsterdam is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. To avoid the crowds, travel to Amsterdam in January.
Before locking in your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MED to AMS in February. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Netherlands
You've seen Amsterdam, now it's time to explore other corners of Netherlands. Journey about 56 kilometres south-west to Rotterdam to tick off its top attractions. From Markthal to Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
The Hague is another essential stop in Netherlands and is around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. No trip is complete without experiencing Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.