Flying from Warsaw to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll leave from in Warsaw. Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Warsaw to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) taking off from here.
Hop on a direct Warsaw to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is located in Amsterdam. The city's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Warsaw.
The most popular route is from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), with 55 direct weekly services. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from WAW to AMS is the 6am KLM option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 8:15pm with LOT - Polish Airlines.
Your flight from Warsaw to AMS won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like September and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Warsaw
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Take the express route from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW). Direct flights from Warsaw to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) can be booked from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Warsaw to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport with LOT - Polish Airlines. This top airline offers services from WAW.
Most travellers choose to fly with LOT between WAW and AMS.
KLM is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
WAW is about 10 kilometres from central Warsaw. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Warsaw Chopin Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Warsaw to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Warsaw Chopin Airport has a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from WAW touch down on schedule 80% of the time.
Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI)
WMI is about 40 kilometres from central Warsaw. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 50 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Warsaw Modlin Airport the day before your Warsaw to AMS flight:
Warsaw Radom Airport (RDO)
You can lock in a plane ticket from Warsaw to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) with a stop or two leaving from Warsaw Radom Airport (RDO). These are some of the most common stopovers between RDO and AMS:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA)
Aktion Airport (PVK)
From the centre of Warsaw, RDO is around 97 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the airport by car and 2 hours or so if you're on public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Warsaw Radom Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Warsaw to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight:
With 100% of its departing flights arriving without delays, RDO is a reliable starting point for your journey.
About Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Have a late flight from Warsaw to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near AMS and shut your eyes sooner:
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Warsaw to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight.
Getting from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Amsterdam. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is $83. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $226. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap flights from Warsaw to AMS, book your plane ticket four months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Warsaw to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Warsaw to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). September is the peak month for travel to Amsterdam. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in January.
When booking your Warsaw to AMS plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Warsaw to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Amsterdam
Once you've booked your flight from Warsaw to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Amsterdam:
Your Amsterdam visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that are worth your time include Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House.
Explore more of the Netherlands
You've visited Amsterdam, now it's time to explore other corners of the Netherlands. Travel around 113 kilometres southeast to Eindhoven to tick off its leading attractions. From Van Gogh - Roosegaarde Cycle Path to Designhuis and Philips Stadion, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 161 kilometres northeast of Amsterdam, Groningen is another essential stop in the Netherlands. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Stadspark.
