Flying from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Barcelona Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
Barcelona and Amsterdam share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Each week, there are 93 Barcelona Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, pick the 06:00 KLM flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 22:35 with Transavia.
To ensure you get on your BCN to AMS flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Barcelona Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, so jetting off to Amsterdam (and then discovering more of the Netherlands!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Vueling on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering BCN to AMS flights is Vueling. Its services land as planned 76.22% of the time.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Barcelona Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BCN and AMS:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Palma - Majorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight is R 447. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 1,569. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BCN to AMS.
The cheapest month for flights from Barcelona Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from BCN to AMS is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Barcelona Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Barcelona Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from BCN land on time.
Central Barcelona to Barcelona Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Barcelona Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to BCN:
Arriving at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Barcelona Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Amsterdam Schiphol Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and explore beyond Amsterdam's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Barcelona Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. September is the most popular month to visit Amsterdam. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Barcelona Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport for August if you'd like to go to Amsterdam during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BCN to AMS around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the Netherlands
You've done Amsterdam, now it's time to explore other parts of the Netherlands. Travel around 56 kilometres south-west to Rotterdam to check off its leading attractions. From Erasmus Bridge to Kijk-Kubus Museum-house and Van Nelle Factory, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
The Hague is another essential stop in the Netherlands and is around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. No trip is complete without visiting Mauritshuis Museum, Inner Court & Hall Of The Knights and The Hague.
