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Sat, 18 May EDI - AMS

Mon, 20 May AMS - EDI

£152 £144

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Tue, 30 Apr EDI - AMS

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Sat, 04 May EDI - AMS

Mon, 06 May AMS - EDI

£111 £109

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Tue, 30 Apr EDI - AMS

Thu, 02 May AMS - EDI

£148 £140

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Wed, 08 May EDI - AMS

Sat, 11 May AMS - EDI

£150 £142

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£115 £113

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Route information

Currency exchange rates and cost of life

Train Local, one-way ticket

46% Trains are 46% more expensive in Amsterdam than in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh £2

Amsterdam £2.91

Meal Mid-priced restaurant

14% The average meal is 14% more expensive in Amsterdam than in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh £15

Amsterdam £17.11

Taxi Standard daytime start rate

14% A taxi fare in Amsterdam is 14% cheaper than in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh £4

Amsterdam £3.42

Coffee Regular cappuccino

2% Coffee in Amsterdam is 2% cheaper than in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh £3.4

Amsterdam £3.34

Exchange rate

1 GBP = 1.16 EUR

1 EUR = 0.87 GBP

Last checked on 26 April 2024

Distance: 409 miles

Edinburgh airports

Turnhouse (EDI) How far from city centre: 6 miles

Glasgow Scotland (GLA) How far from city centre: 42 miles

Prestwick (PIK) How far from city centre: 63 miles

Amsterdam airports

Schiphol (AMS) How far from city centre: 1 miles

Welschap (EIN) How far from city centre: 67 miles

Rotterdam (RTM) How far from city centre: 40 miles

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Useful information for the flight from Edinburgh to Amsterdam

How long is the Edinburgh flight to Amsterdam?

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Amsterdam have a flight duration of 1 hour and 35 minutes to cover the 440-mile flight path across the North Sea, and there are also indirect flights via Birmingham and London that take around 3 hours and 30 minutes.

Is there a time change from Edinburgh to Amsterdam?

Yes, Amsterdam is one hour ahead of Edinburgh, and both cities advance by one hour on the same day to follow Daylight Saving Time between Spring and Autumn.

How early should I arrive at the airport?

You should aim to arrive at Edinburgh airport at least two hours before your flight departure time in order to allow for any unavoidable delays you may experience in getting to the airport.

What are the most important things to pack in my suitcase to travel to Amsterdam?

Amsterdam’s climate is quite similar to that of Edinburgh, so pack the clothes that you would normally wear at home for any particular time of year.

Which airlines fly from Edinburgh to Amsterdam?

KLM (direct flight)
easyJet (direct flight)
British Airways (indirect flight via London)
FlyBe (indirect flight via Birmingham)

How to find cheap flights from Edinburgh to Amsterdam

Our website’s powerful search engine provides a wealth of information on the best and most economical flights from Edinburgh to Amsterdam. Not only do we have the lowest Internet ticket prices for flights, but you can also filter the search results to show flights to Amsterdam that correspond with your required departures and times, your preferred airline names, airport names and more. It’s fast, and the results are displayed showing the most economical airfares to Amsterdam at the top of the list, so you can easily see when is the cheapest time to go for short city breaks or extended holidays.

When is the best time to fly from Edinburgh to Amsterdam?

April marks the start of Amsterdam’s tourist season and is when the city’s famous Tulip Season gets underway. Spectacular floral displays are on show in the city’s parks and gardens and last throughout April and May. Tourist numbers increase significantly as the warmer months of summer approach, so aim for the earlier part of the season if you prefer a quieter environment to enjoy the horticultural beauty that is unsurpassed anywhere.

December and January are the months when the Amsterdam Light Festival is held, and it’s a sight to behold as the city is bathed in fantastic light displays. Dress warmly and enjoy the magic of this amazing nighttime outdoors festival.

Edinburgh Airport

Useful information about Edinburgh Airport

Edinburgh Airport is located in the Ingleston area of the city and there are two main options available for travelling to the airport from Edinburgh city centre.

Bus: A convenient 24-hour bus link provides frequent services from Waverly Bridge and Haymarket rail station to the airport. The journey time is 30 minutes and costs £3.50
Taxi: Taxis can be hailed on the street or pre-booked and the cost from central Edinburgh to the airport is around £20.

Handling both international and domestic flights, the airport is well furnished with facilities including shops and restaurants, and free Wi-Fi is available, too. In accordance with UK law, smoking is only permitted in designated areas outside the terminal building.

Amsterdam SchipholAirport

Useful Information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

One of the world's busiest airports, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, is located around 12 miles by road south-west of the city. Options for travelling to the city include:

Train: Dutch Railways (NS) train services to Amsterdam Central cost 5.30 euros and the journey takes around 20 minutes
Bus: Amsterdam Airport Express Bus no. 397 takes 30 minutes but goes to Elandsgracht, not Amsterdam Central
Taxi: Taxis at the airport are plentiful and you can expect to pay up to 50 euros to get to central Amsterdam.

What to do and visit in Amsterdam

Amsterdam is a popular visitor destination at any time of year. You can take boat trips on its picturesque canals, visit world-famous art collections housed in its many galleries and museums, such as the Rijksmuseum, and much more. There are also many beautiful parks to relax in as well as interesting city architecture to admire, particularly the tall, skinny houses along the canals. English is widely understood everywhere in the city, which makes shopping in Amsterdam a stress-free pleasure, whether you browse in its modern department stores or look for great deals in its colourful street markets around the city. Plan in some extra time for all the little things you will stumble across on your walks.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Edinburgh to Amsterdam

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?

Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Netherlands. At eDreams have you covered!

If I want to book flights from Edinburgh to Amsterdam at eDreams, how can I find them?

Using our flight search engine, you can find flights from £36 for the route Edinburgh - Amsterdam. At eDreams, we always aim at providing our customers with the cheapest option, allowing you to adjust according to stopovers, airports, dates and many other filters.

Is Amsterdam more expensive than Edinburgh to visit?

Comparing taxi prices, a ride in Amsterdam costs an average of 3.42 GBP pounds, 14% cheaper than Edinburgh, with a fare of 4.00 GBP pounds, while train tickets cost 46% more in Amsterdam: 2.91 GBP pounds against 2.00 GBP pounds in Edinburgh. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 17.11 GBP euros in Amsterdam, 14% more than the 15.00 GBP euros in Edinburgh. The price of a coffee is approximately 2% cheaper in Amsterdam, with an average of 3.34 GBP euros, while in Edinburgh the coffee costs 3.40 GBP.

What would be the best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Amsterdam?

The most popular months to book from Edinburgh to Amsterdam are February, May and August.

When would be the best time to travel from Edinburgh to Amsterdam?

The best time of the year to visit Amsterdam from Edinburgh really depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, October is the best month to fly to Amsterdam from Edinburgh in terms of searches from our customers, followed by April and July. If you would rather avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds January, December and May are the months with fewer searches for Edinburgh - Amsterdam.

What is the duration of a flight from Edinburgh to Amsterdam?

Flight duration from Edinburgh to Amsterdam is around 01:42 hours on average, at an average distance of 726 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

What is the weather like in Amsterdam compared to Edinburgh?

The average temperature in Edinburgh is 24.09 degrees in summer, with precipitation around 3.0 mm ,Amsterdam's temperatures reach 30.44 during the hot season, with 6.0 average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -2.89 degrees in Amsterdam, compared to the -4.11 average degrees reported in Edinburgh. During the winter period, Edinburgh can register 3.0 mm precipitation, while Amsterdam have an average of 3.0 mm rain level.

From which airports is it possible to fly from Edinburgh to Amsterdam?

The main route from Edinburgh to Amsterdam is: Turnhouse (EDI) to Schiphol (AMS). The following airlines fly this route: