Travelling from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to London City Airport (LCY): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to London City Airport.
London is one hour behind Amsterdam and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Flights from AMS to LCY start from 07:00 — the earliest with British Airways. The last departure is at 20:10 with KLM. Overall, you can choose from 74 weekly Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to London City Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your AMS to LCY flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Jetting into London (and then discovering more of the United Kingdom!) is a snap with KLM. This popular carrier has direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to London City Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with KLM on this route.
KLM stands out as the most punctual carrier for AMS to LCY flights, with 86.72% of services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to London City Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between AMS and LCY:
Zurich Airport
Edinburgh Airport
Glasgow Intl Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to London City Airport (LCY)
R 2,101 is the lowest price for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to London City Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 3,231. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from AMS to LCY, book your trip six months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to London City Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from AMS to LCY.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
75% of flights that leave from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach Amsterdam Schiphol Airport from central Amsterdam, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near AMS. Whether you have an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to London City Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at London City Airport (LCY)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to London City Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LCY instead:
Pick up a London City Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from London City Airport about one week before your trip.
When to fly to London City Airport (LCY)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to London City Airport. September is the most popular month to visit London. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to London City Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from AMS to LCY in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 257 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Manchester will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, about 161 kilometres north-west of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are among the biggest draws.





