Flying from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Phoenix: what you need to know
The timezone in Phoenix is UTC-7. The city is eight hours behind Amsterdam, where Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your AMS to Phoenix flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying over a peak time such as September? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from AMS to Phoenix. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
AMS is around 13 kilometers from central Amsterdam. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Phoenix? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near AMS:
When it comes to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport's on-time performance, 75% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Phoenix
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Phoenix flight is AED 1,614. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 3,053. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from AMS to Phoenix, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Phoenix ticket.
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Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix takes around 10 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 5 kilometers away.
Traveling by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Phoenix, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near PHX:
Booking your ride from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport around one week before your flight from AMS to Phoenix can help you lock in the lowest rate.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) is roughly 32 kilometers from central Phoenix. Once you've hopped off your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Phoenix, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to AZA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your AMS to Phoenix flight:
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from AZA two weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Best time to go to Phoenix
March is the most popular month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Phoenix. To escape the crowds, visit Phoenix in October.
Lock in a Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Phoenix plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 27ºC (81ºF) to 45ºC (113ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from AMS to Phoenix around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Phoenix
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Phoenix right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Phoenix:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room, Camelback Mountain and Heard Museum are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Phoenix itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Phoenix. Around 483 kilometers away to the west, its best attractions include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in the United States, head for Las Vegas, about 418 kilometers northwest of Phoenix. Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio are the start of reasons to visit.
