Flying from Glasgow to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Glasgow. Explore your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when organizing your flight from Glasgow to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS).
1 hour 35 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Glasgow to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located in Amsterdam. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour ahead of Glasgow.
The most popular route is from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), with 31 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from GLA to AMS is the 6am KLM option. If you're looking to take off later, the final departure is at 7:40pm with easyJet.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Glasgow to AMS.
High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
You can book a direct flight from Glasgow to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) out of Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
KLM is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Glasgow to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol departing from GLA.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between GLA and AMS is KLM.
The top on-time carrier on this route is KLM. Its services land without delay 66.67% of the time.
Traveling from central Glasgow to GLA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometers in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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70.07% of flights leaving from Glasgow International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Split up your flight from Glasgow to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and AMS are:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Faro Airport (FAO)
PIK is around 48 kilometers from central Glasgow. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before your Glasgow to AMS flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance of 76.7%. This figure shows how frequently flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
About Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you have a late flight from Glasgow to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near AMS:
Travel at your own speed with an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and experience more of Amsterdam and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
The center of Amsterdam is around 13 kilometers from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Journey times by cab or car rental will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Right now, AED 103 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 361. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from Glasgow to AMS by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Glasgow to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). June is the busiest month to visit Amsterdam. If crowds aren't your thing, go in February.
Lock in a Glasgow to AMS flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Amsterdam to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol 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
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Amsterdam right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Glasgow to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum and Stichting Het Rijksmuseum are highlights which should be on any good Amsterdam itinerary.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Amsterdam will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the Netherlands you should also see. Around 113 kilometers south-east of Amsterdam, a visit to Eindhoven will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Van Gogh - Roosegaarde Cycle Path, Taste Eindhoven Foodtours and Designhuis.
Around 161 kilometers north-east of Amsterdam, Groningen is another essential stop in the Netherlands. No visit is complete without checking out Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Martiniplaza.
