Flying from Minneapolis to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Minneapolis. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Minneapolis to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) leaving from here.
Jump on a direct Minneapolis to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight and you'll be travelling for around 8 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Amsterdam is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Minneapolis. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located in Amsterdam.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is the most popular route. There are 21 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with KLM at 10:10pm. Go for the first MSP to AMS departure with KLM at 3:05pm if getting there sooner works for you.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Minneapolis to AMS.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Get to your destination in one go from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Direct flights from Minneapolis to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) operate from here.
You can book a direct flight from Minneapolis to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol with Delta Air Lines. This well-known airline offers services from MSP.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between MSP and AMS is Delta Air Lines.
With 70.34% of its services arriving as planned, Delta Air Lines is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Minneapolis to AMS leaving from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The journey from central Minneapolis to MSP takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Minneapolis to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
About Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Have a late flight from Minneapolis to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near AMS and turn out the lights sooner:
Grab an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car and explore Amsterdam and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Alamo are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Minneapolis to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
The centre of Amsterdam is around 13 kilometres from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is 241 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 544 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap flights from Minneapolis to AMS by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Minneapolis to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Minneapolis to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to go to Amsterdam. June is when most people book flights from Minneapolis to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Minneapolis to AMS plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Minneapolis to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in February when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Amsterdam
Start your Amsterdam trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum and Stichting Het Rijksmuseum are attractions you won't want to skip in Amsterdam.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Eindhoven is just one of the many places in the Netherlands waiting to be discovered after you've seen Amsterdam. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Van Gogh - Roosegaarde Cycle Path, Taste Eindhoven Foodtours and Designhuis.
Around 161 kilometres north-east of Amsterdam, Groningen is another essential stop in the Netherlands. Experience major highlights starting with Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Martiniplaza.