Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Sao Tome Island Airport (TMS): what you need to know
Sao Tome Is is one hour behind Amsterdam and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your AMS to TMS flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sao Tome Island Airport. Lisbon Portela Airport is a popular stopover on the AMS to TMS route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Sao Tome Island Airport (TMS)
At the moment, R 8,472 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sao Tome Island Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 15,522. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from AMS to TMS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sao Tome Island Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Picking up cheap flights from AMS to TMS couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sao Tome Island Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Of all flights leaving Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from central Amsterdam, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near AMS. Whether you have an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sao Tome Island Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Sao Tome Island Airport (TMS)
Consider booking a hotel close to TMS if you're on a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sao Tome Island Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Sao Tome Island Airport (TMS) to central Sao Tome Is
Sao Tome Island Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Sao Tome Is. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Sao Tome Island Airport (TMS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sao Tome Island Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Sao Tome Is in February.
The warmest month in Sao Tome Is is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sao Tome Island Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AMS to TMS in July. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Sao Tome and Principe
Squeeze more into your Sao Tome and Principe trip by exploring beyond Sao Tome Is. About 2 kilometres away to the south, Bombon is another exciting city to put on your itinerary. Check off some of its biggest sights such as L'Atelier Vanilha (Vanilha Factory) while you're there.
Where to next? Head for Nazaré. It's around 3 kilometres north-west of Sao Tome Is and boasts highlights like Praia Emília.
