Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Victoria: what you need to know
The timezone in Victoria is UTC-7. The city is nine hours behind Amsterdam, where Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located.
To avoid rushing for your AMS to Victoria flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from AMS to Victoria. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Amsterdam, AMS can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near AMS? If you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Victoria, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
67.93% of flights that leave from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Victoria
The best price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Victoria flight is $497. The cheapest price for a return flight is $933. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from AMS to Victoria. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Scoring cheap tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Victoria is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest prices throughout the month and pick up a sweet deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from AMS to Victoria by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Victoria by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
The distance from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to central Victoria is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Book a hotel close to YYJ if you have a late flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Victoria. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Victoria International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Victoria and beyond.
Booking your ride from Victoria International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from AMS to Victoria can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH) is around 2 kilometres from the centre of Victoria. Once you've disembarked your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Victoria, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 10 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to YWH. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your AMS to Victoria flight:
Best time to go to Victoria
Before locking in your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Victoria, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Victoria offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Victoria is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Book your Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Victoria plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AMS to Victoria in February when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Victoria
After booking your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Victoria, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Victoria:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Craigdarroch Castle, Royal BC Museum and Inner Harbour are attractions you won't want to skip in Victoria.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Victoria, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey around 105 kilometres north-east to Abbotsford to check off its top attractions. From Discovery Trail Dog Park to Ag-Rec Centre and Maclure park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Coquitlam is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 105 kilometres north-east of Victoria. No journey is complete without a visit to Laurentian Park, Maquabeak Park and Crane Park.
