Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Kristiansand Airport (KRS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kristiansand Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Amsterdam and Kristiansand are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Take your pick of 18 weekly Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kristiansand Airport flights. The 09:35 departure with KLM is the earliest flight available. KLM operates the last service of the day at 21:35.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your AMS to KRS flight.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
KLM has direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kristiansand Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Kristiansand — and maybe even more of Norway if time allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is KLM.
The most punctual carrier that offers AMS to KRS flights is KLM. Its services land as scheduled 72.73% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kristiansand Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between AMS and KRS:
Oslo Airport Gardermoen
Copenhagen Airport
Alicante-Elche Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Kristiansand Airport (KRS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kristiansand Airport flight is R 2,791. A round-trip fare right now is R 4,512. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from AMS to KRS, book your journey four months ahead of your departure.
Plan your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kristiansand Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from AMS to KRS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kristiansand Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
67.93% of flights departing from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from central Amsterdam, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kristiansand Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to AMS:
Arriving at Kristiansand Airport (KRS)
Consider booking a hotel close to KRS if you're on a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kristiansand Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own pace with a Kristiansand Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Sixt and see more of Kristiansand and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Kristiansand Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Kristiansand Airport (KRS) to central Kristiansand
Kristiansand Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Kristiansand. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to Kristiansand Airport (KRS)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kristiansand Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Kristiansand based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Kristiansand is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kristiansand Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AMS to KRS sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Norway
You've visited Kristiansand, now it's time to explore other corners of Norway. Journey around 257 kilometres north-east to Oslo to check off its top sights. From Viking Ship Museum to The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet and Akershus Fortress, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Norway, consider Bergen, roughly 290 kilometres north-west of Kristiansand. Bryggen, Troldhaugen and Fish Market are among the biggest draws.
