Flying from Chengdu to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): What you need to know
The timezone in Amsterdam is UTC+1, which is seven hours behind Chengdu. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is located in Amsterdam.
Your flight from Chengdu to AMS won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Chengdu
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
TFU is about 48 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Chengdu to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Chengdu Tianfu International Airport:
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from TFU make it to their destination as scheduled 87% of the time.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Split up your flight from Chengdu to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and AMS include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
CTU is around 16 kilometres from central Chengdu. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Chengdu to AMS flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 90% of flights leaving here arrive right when they're supposed to.
CTU is located at Airport Expressway Entrance.
About Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Have a late flight from Chengdu to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near AMS and shut your eyes sooner:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Amsterdam Schiphol Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo to explore Amsterdam and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Chengdu to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Amsterdam. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Right now, $462 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chengdu to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $898. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chengdu to AMS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Chengdu to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
January is the quietest month for flights from Chengdu to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Amsterdam based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your Chengdu to AMS plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
February sees temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chengdu to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Amsterdam
Once you've booked your flight from Chengdu to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Amsterdam:
Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum are a couple of big attractions to add to your Amsterdam itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Stichting Het Rijksmuseum.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Eindhoven is just one of the many cities in the Netherlands waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Amsterdam. Around 113 kilometres away to the southeast, popular attractions include Van Gogh - Roosegaarde Cycle Path, Designhuis and Philips Stadion.
Around 161 kilometres northeast of Amsterdam, Groningen is another favourite stop in the Netherlands. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Martiniplaza.
