Flying from Seattle to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Seattle. Explore your options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE) when searching for a flight from Seattle to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS).
Expect to be travelling for 9 hours 51 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Seattle to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
The timezone in Amsterdam is UTC+1, which is 8 hours ahead of Seattle. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located in Amsterdam.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is the most popular route. There are 17 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Delta at 18:10. Go for the first SEA to AMS departure with Delta at 13:25 if you want to get going earlier.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seattle to AMS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Take off and land with no stops from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Direct flights from Seattle to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) are available from here.
You can book a direct flight from Seattle to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport with Delta. This leading airline operates departures from SEA.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from Seattle to AMS departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
From the centre of Seattle, SEA is around 23 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
In search of a handy hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Seattle to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
Looking to fly out of Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)? You can reserve a direct flight from Seattle to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) out of this busy hub.
Board your direct flight from Seattle to AMS with Delta. This is one of the top airlines operating this route out of LKE.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Seattle to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, browse these options when taking off from Lake Union Sea Plane Base:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
LKE is about 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It takes 11 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 23 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Lake Union Sea Plane Base the day before your flight from Seattle to AMS:
About Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
If you have a late flight from Seattle to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near AMS:
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam
From Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport, Amsterdam is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 23 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Seattle to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport from 212 € or travel return from just 371 €. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
8 months before your departure is the best time to lock in cheap tickets from Seattle to AMS.
You'll score the best savings on your tickets from Seattle to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport by travelling in May. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
February is the quietest time to fly to Amsterdam. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in June. This is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport.
The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Seattle to AMS in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
February has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from Seattle to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Amsterdam
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Amsterdam right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Seattle to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum are essential stops on your Amsterdam itinerary.
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