Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Amsterdam is one hour behind Athens and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from ATH to AMS start from 05:45 — the earliest with KLM. The latest departure is at 22:35 with Transavia. In total, you can choose from 42 weekly Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your ATH to AMS flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, so getting to Amsterdam (and then seeing more of Netherlands!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Aegean Airlines.
With a reliable 80.21% of services landing on schedule, Transavia is the most punctual carrier operating ATH to AMS flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between ATH and AMS include:
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Right now, $79 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $198. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book seven months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ATH to AMS.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Finding cheap flights from ATH to AMS is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport's on-time performance, 77.19% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport from central Athens, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near ATH? If you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and explore beyond Amsterdam's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to the centre of Amsterdam has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is January, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from ATH to AMS in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of Netherlands
You've done Amsterdam, now it's time to explore other parts of Netherlands. Travel around 56 kilometres south-west to Rotterdam to check off its must-visit sights. From Markthal to Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower, there's plenty to keep you busy.
The Hague is another well-known destination in Netherlands and is around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. No journey is complete without experiencing Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.
