Flying from Beijing to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): What you need to know
Beijing is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Beijing to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) flying out of Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Jump on a direct Beijing to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 12 hours 30 minutes.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located in Amsterdam. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours behind Beijing.
The most popular route is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). Choose from 6 direct services each week. KLM operates a 10:55am departure between PEK and AMS.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Beijing to AMS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Get to your destination in one go from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Nonstop flights from Beijing to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) are available from here.
You'll find a direct flight from Beijing to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol with KLM. This popular carrier operates services from PEK.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with KLM from PEK to AMS.
The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is KLM. Its services land without delay 75.93% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Beijing to AMS. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
PEK is about 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Beijing Capital International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of all flights leaving Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Thinking of flying out of Daxing International Airport (PKX)? Direct Beijing to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
Get on your direct flight from Beijing to AMS with China Southern Airlines. This is one of the top airlines that operates this route out of PKX.
China Southern Airlines is the most popular choice for passengers flying from PKX to AMS.
For reliable, punctual service, book with China Southern Airlines. It boasts an on-time performance of 100.0% for flights between Daxing International Airport and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Beijing to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, check out these options when heading out from Daxing International Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
PKX is around 56 kilometres from central Beijing. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Beijing to AMS flight, stay in one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport:
Flights from Daxing International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 88.83% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
About Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Have a late flight from Beijing to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near AMS and turn out the lights sooner:
Pick up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car and discover Amsterdam and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your Beijing to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Central Amsterdam is roughly 13 kilometres from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Right now, R 5,184 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,579. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Beijing to AMS, book your ticket one month before your planned departure.
June is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Beijing to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Find a cheap flight from Beijing to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol by using the search filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
February is the quietest month for flights from Beijing to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), while June is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Beijing to AMS plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Amsterdam to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
February has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Beijing to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Amsterdam
Start your Amsterdam trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Your visit to Amsterdam should come with a side of sightseeing. Leading attractions worth exploring include Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum and Stichting Het Rijksmuseum.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Amsterdam is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the Netherlands waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres south-east of Amsterdam, a visit to Eindhoven will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Van Gogh - Roosegaarde Cycle Path, Taste Eindhoven Foodtours and Designhuis.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in the Netherlands, head for Groningen, about 161 kilometres north-east of Amsterdam. Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Martiniplaza are highlights.
