Flying from Bucharest to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) leaving from here.
The average length of a direct Bucharest to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight is 3 hours.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is located in Amsterdam. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour behind Bucharest.
With 35 direct flights a week between the two airports, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) is the most popular route. KLM operates the earliest flight at 6am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from OTP to AMS is with KLM at 6:25pm.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Bucharest to AMS. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
You can jump on a direct flight from Bucharest to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) out of Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
When taking off from OTP, you can catch a direct flight from Bucharest to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport with KLM.
KLM is the airline most travellers choose for flights from OTP to AMS.
The carrier with the best punctuality score on this route is KLM. Its services arrive as planned 74.23% of the time.
The journey from central Bucharest to OTP takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kms (10 miles) in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Bucharest to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
From central Bucharest, BBU is approximately 8 kms (5 miles) away. When planning the fastest way to get there, find out if public transport is an option or if it's easier to drive.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Bucharest to AMS flight? Kick back in a hotel near Baneasa Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Baneasa Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 82% of flights departing here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Have a late flight from Bucharest to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near AMS and be in snooze mode sooner:
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Getting from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is around 18 kms (11 miles) from the centre of Amsterdam. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is £40. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £126. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Bucharest to AMS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. January is the quietest month to visit Amsterdam. September is when most people book flights from Bucharest to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a Bucharest to AMS plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Amsterdam to range from 13ºC to 25ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Bucharest to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in February when temperatures are between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about Amsterdam
Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Amsterdam:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House are popular attractions which should be on every Amsterdam itinerary.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Eindhoven is just one of the many cities in the Netherlands waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Amsterdam. Around 113 kms (70 miles) away to the southeast, well-known attractions include Van Gogh - Roosegaarde Cycle Path, Designhuis and Philips Stadion.
Groningen is another well-known destination in the Netherlands and is around 161 kms (100 miles) northeast of Amsterdam. No journey is complete without experiencing Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Stadspark.