Traveling from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Damascus Airport (DAM): what you need to know
Damascus's timezone is UTC+3, making Damascus two hours ahead of Amsterdam.
To ensure you get on your AMS to DAM flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Traveling during a peak month such as September? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Damascus Airport (DAM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Damascus Airport flight is $209. A round-trip ticket is currently $426. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AMS to DAM if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Damascus Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Of all flights departing from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, 75% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is around 18 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Damascus Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to AMS:
Getting from Damascus Airport (DAM) to central Damascus
Damascus Airport to central Damascus has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometers away.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Damascus Airport (DAM)
July is the busiest month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Damascus Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Damascus in March.
When reserving your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Damascus Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Damascus, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AMS to DAM in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Syria
Aleppo is just one of the many places in Syria waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Damascus. Around 306 kilometers away to the north, top sights here include Aleppo Souk, The Citadel of Aleppo and Aleppo Citadel.
Around 145 kilometers north of Damascus, Homs is another essential stop in Syria. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Citadel of Homs, Khalid ibn Al-Walid Mosque and Al Jilani Mosque.