Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Heathrow Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Amsterdam.
Every week, there are 129 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Heathrow Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, go for the 07:00 British Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 22:20 with British Airways.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your AMS to LHR flight.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
British Airways is your ticket to exploring London (and perhaps some other exciting parts of United Kingdom!). Browse the direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Heathrow Airport offered by this popular airline.
British Airways is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates AMS to LHR flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Heathrow Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between AMS and LHR:
Dusseldorf International Airport
Brussels Airport
Manchester Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
$114 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Heathrow Airport flight. A return flight starts from $178. These fares may change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from AMS to LHR by booking at least two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
January is the cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Heathrow Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Heathrow Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Of the departures from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from central Amsterdam, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to AMS:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Book a hotel near LHR if you're taking a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Heathrow Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to central London has a drive time of about 55 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometers away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Heathrow Airport. July is the most popular month to visit London. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Heathrow Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AMS to LHR in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometers north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 177 kilometers west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among the biggest draws.