Southampton to Amsterdam flights

How long is the flight from Southampton to Amsterdam?

A direct flight from Southampton to Amsterdam has a short flight duration of about an hour.

What documentation do I need to fly to Amsterdam from Southampton?

You will need a valid passport to fly to Amsterdam. Citizens from within the EU, EEA or Switzerland can use their National Identity Card or Passport Card.

Is there a time change from Southampton to Amsterdam?

When you travel from Southampton to Amsterdam, you pass from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Central European Time (CET). In short, you need to set your watch forward one hour when you land in Amsterdam.

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

City breaks and holidays to Amsterdam can be fairly casual affairs. But with many fancy restaurants and a buzzing nightlife in the city, you can bring your dressy evening wear if you wish. Flat shoes for walking should be packed as you may find yourself wandering the city on foot a lot. And finally, a rain jacket can't hurt. Even summer in the Netherlands can feature some drizzle.

The airlines that offer cheap flights on the Southampton to Amsterdam flight path are:

• Ryanair, an Irish low-cost carrier mainly servicing Europe.
• KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, a global operator and the primary Dutch airline.
• Flybe, the largest independent airline in Europe.

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• April in Amsterdam is still off-peak season with cheaper accommodation rates but sees the arrival of sunny weather. With the warm weather comes an explosion of colour in the form of tulips. Although they can be found at other times of the year, April is when the most beautiful blooms can be seen in Amsterdam.
• In September, right after the main holiday season, mild weather allows for long day trips around the city on foot or by bicycle. Both the UNESCO World Heritage Weekend and the Amsterdam Fringe Festival fall in September.
• November is low season and the cheapest time to go to Amsterdam. Wrap up warm, enjoy the festive city lights and take advantage of hundreds of indoor attractions instead.

The city of Southampton and the surrounding regions are serviced by Southampton International Airport.

Useful information about Southampton International Airport

With a single terminal for both international and domestic flights, Southampton Airport is situated around 4 miles north-east of the city of Southampton.

How to get to the airport:

• By train – 8 minutes from the city to Southampton Airport Parkway station, every 10 minutes, 60-second walk to departures terminal.
• By bus – takes 35-40 minutes. Uni-Link route U1C, every 15 minutes on weekdays, every 20 minutes at weekends. Xelabus route X4 from Eastleigh every hour, takes around 10 minutes.
• By cab – 24-hour taxi services, 15 minutes approx.

Services: open 24/7, ATMs and currency exchange, internet-enabled PCs, post office, conference and business facilities, paid Wi-Fi access, small duty free shop, cafes.

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is the official name of the airport located in Amsterdam.

Useful information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

Schiphol Airport is a major international passenger hub located 5.5 miles from central Amsterdam.

How to get from the airport:

• By train –NS (Dutch Railways) trains run frequently from beneath arrival terminal, 15-20 minutes to city centre.
• By bus – Amsterdam Airport Express route 397 and GVB route 69, takes about an hour.
• By cab – 20-30 minutes, traffic can be slow through city centre.

Services: open 24/7, large shopping areas including a supermarket, almost 70 places to eat and drink, banner making service, airport library, massage chair stations, airport park, meditation centre, smoking areas, power nap areas.

• Visit the house where Anne Frank and her family hid for years during WWII.
• Swing high over the city and enjoy 360° views for miles with the A’DAM Lookout.
• At the Van Gogh Museum you can view the painter's world-famous paintings while learning about the artist himself.
• The Heineken Experience celebrates the Dutch beer and gives a first-hand look at the brewing process.
• Dam Square is surrounded by historic buildings, including the Royal Palace and the Gothic Nieuwe Kerk (new church).