Flying from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is 6 hours 40 minutes.
Lagos and Amsterdam follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Flights from LOS to AMS start from 22:10 — the first with KLM. The latest departure is at 22:35 with KLM. In total, you can take your pick of nine weekly Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flights.
Leave enough time to make your LOS to AMS flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Amsterdam (and then discovering more of Netherlands!) is a snap with KLM. This popular airline has direct flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is KLM.
KLM leads the way as the most punctual carrier for LOS to AMS flights, with 86.21% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between LOS and AMS include:
Frankfurt Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight is £312. A return ticket is currently £545. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book five months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LOS to AMS.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from LOS to AMS.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Handy information about Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Of all flights leaving Murtala Muhammed International Airport, 64.68% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Lagos to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is around 9 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near LOS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Reserve a hotel near AMS if you're catching a late Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and explore beyond Amsterdam's main sights.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
From Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Amsterdam is approximately 14 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Amsterdam in January.
When booking your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LOS to AMS in February. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Netherlands
You've done Amsterdam, now it's time to discover other corners of Netherlands. Travel about 35 miles south-west to Rotterdam to tick off its leading attractions. From Markthal to Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 35 miles south-west of Amsterdam, The Hague is another essential stop in Netherlands. Start your sightseeing at Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.
