Flying from Montreal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Montreal's main base, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Montreal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS).
The average duration of a direct flight from Montreal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is 6 hours 54 minutes.
Amsterdam is 5 hours ahead of Montreal. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located in Amsterdam, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is the most popular route. There are 15 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Air Transat at 22:30. Choose the first YUL to AMS departure operated by KLM at 18:45 if you want to get going earlier.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Montreal to AMS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can find a direct flight from Montreal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) out of Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
At YUL, there's a range of airlines offering direct flights from Montreal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport, such as:
The distance from central Montreal to YUL is around 26 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Want a handy hotel close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Montreal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
About Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Reserve a hotel close to AMS if you have a late flight from Montreal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam
From Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport, Amsterdam is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 23 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
R 5,818 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport. Return flights start from R 7,486. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Montreal to AMS when you book 8 months before takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this journey are usually at their lowest.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Montreal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Montreal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport. To skip the crowds, head for Amsterdam in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your flights from Montreal to AMS in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Montreal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport in February when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about Amsterdam
Start your Amsterdam trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Montreal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum are attractions you won't want to skip in Amsterdam.
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