Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Dresden International Airport (DRS): what you need to know
Amsterdam and Dresden share the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your AMS to DRS flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Dresden International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between AMS and DRS:
Dusseldorf International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
Right now, R 3,484 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Dresden International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,946. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from AMS to DRS, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Dresden International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, data shows 67.93% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Dresden International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to AMS:
Arriving at Dresden International Airport (DRS)
Reserve a hotel near DRS if you're catching a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Dresden International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Dresden International Airport rental car and discover Dresden and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Sixt are popular providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Dresden International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to central Dresden
From Dresden International Airport, Dresden is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Dresden International Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Dresden. If you like a quieter vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Dresden is August, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Dresden International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from AMS to DRS in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen Dresden. Around 161 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, about 370 kilometres north-west of Dresden. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are the start of reasons to visit.