Travelling from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Kotoka International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is 6 hours 34 minutes. Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Amsterdam 1 hour ahead of Accra.
Flights from Kotoka International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol start at 14:35 — the earliest with KLM. The latest flight is the 23:05 option with KLM. In total, you can take your pick of 10 weekly services from ACC to AMS.
Flying over a peak time such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Visiting Amsterdam (and seeing more of Netherlands!) is a breeze with KLM. This popular airline offers direct flights from Kotoka International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Kotoka International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that catches your eye. The most popular stopovers on the ACC - AMS route include:
Mohamed V International Airport
Brussels Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from ACC to AMS, check if you need a visa to enter Netherlands. Visa and travel document requirements may vary and are updated often. To get the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're travelling to.
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you have a late flight from Kotoka International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near AMS:
Handy information about Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
To reach Kotoka International Airport from central Accra, it'll take about 12 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Got an early flight from Kotoka International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near ACC:
More about Amsterdam
Once you've booked your flights from ACC to AMS, you'll need to find a hotel in Amsterdam. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum are leading attractions which should be on any good Amsterdam itinerary.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to central Amsterdam is around 23 minutes by car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It typically takes 1 hour and 3 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Complete your Amsterdam trip with hotels and a car rental
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How to find the cheapest flights from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kotoka International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is $579. The cheapest price for a return flight is $842. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from ACC to AMS by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Kotoka International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Kotoka International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. To skip the crowds, go to Amsterdam in February.
Lock in your flight from Kotoka International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for August if you'd like to visit Amsterdam during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 24ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ACC to AMS in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.