Flights to Amsterdam

The flight from London to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) is 1 hour and 20 minutes.

The cheapest month to fly to Amsterdam is January. Peak season in Amsterdam starts in April/May when the tulips are in bloom through to the end of August.

You can travel on a budget in Amsterdam as it’s a compact city where almost everyone gets around on a bicycle. The cultural and dining scene is creative and diverse so it’s possible to enjoy the city on a budget with a little bit of research. With its central core of picturesque canals and charming gabled buildings, Amsterdam is also a highly walkable city with hidden gems around every corner.

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) is located just 9km from the city centre and has excellent transport links to the rest of the Netherlands. The train station is just below the terminal building and will take you to Amsterdam Central Station in 15 minutes. Or if you prefer, the Amsterdam Airport Express (bus 397) is just outside Schiphol plaza, as well as shuttle buses direct to hotels in the city. Taxis are just outside the terminal, with a 20 minute drive to the city centre.

Book a car hire with British Airways, and receive great benefits – with all mandatory charges included and 24-hour customer support. Collect Avios points on every rental.

Perfect for a weekend break at any time of year, Amsterdam is an eclectic city steeped in creativity and history. An irresistible mix of canal-lined streets, incredible museums and charming, gabled buildings, explore the distinct neighbourhoods dotted around the city or go on a bike ride around the city – just like the locals.

Gaze upon Rembrant’s famous ‘Night Watch’ painting at the Rijksmuseum or take a comprehensive tour of Van Gogh’s largest collection at the Van Gogh museum. After a day of exploring, relax at a local ‘bruin cafe’, a ‘brown cafe’ and Dutch pub named for its traditional wooden panelling.

You can book a hand baggage-only ticket or make the most of our generous baggage allowance. If you choose economy standard or one of our British Airways Holidays’ packages, each passenger can check in a bag weighing up to 23kg – in addition to a handbag, laptop case or other small bag. Families travelling in any cabin with younger children can also check in one car seat and one fully collapsible pushchair. Read more about baggage allowances for children.

If you’re flying in our business cabin, you can check in two bags weighing up to 32kg each. Read our baggage guide for full details.

Citizens of the UK and Ireland and EU passport holders do not need a visa to visit. If you hold a passport from a country or territory outside of these areas, you may need to apply for a visa before you travel. You can find out more about visa requirements for all the countries we fly to at the IATA Travel Centre.

Discover outstanding service from the moment you book. Choose to fly with hand baggage only or pick a price that includes a 23kg checked baggage allowance and free seat selection 24 hours before you fly. On board you’ll find clean, sanitised seats, HEPA-filtered air, quality on-board catering and a warm, uniquely British welcome.

Simply relax and let us take care of you, every step of the way.