Travelling from Guatemala City Airport (GUA) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): what you need to know
Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1, making Amsterdam seven hours ahead of Guatemala City.
To ensure you catch your GUA to AMS flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guatemala City Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Here are the top stopovers between GUA and AMS:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Guatemala City Airport (GUA) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
R 7,425 is the best price for a one-way Guatemala City Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 14,887. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from GUA to AMS, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Guatemala City Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from GUA to AMS.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Guatemala City Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
Handy information about Guatemala City Airport (GUA)
88% of flights leaving Guatemala City Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when setting off from GUA.
Central Guatemala City to Guatemala City Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near GUA? If you've booked an early flight from Guatemala City Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Guatemala City Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Amsterdam Schiphol Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and venture far and wide through Amsterdam and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Amsterdam. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from Guatemala City Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is February, while September is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Guatemala City Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GUA to AMS in February. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Amsterdam is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the Netherlands you should also see. About 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, a visit to Rotterdam will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Erasmus Bridge, Kijk-Kubus Museum-house and Van Nelle Factory.
If you want to check out another major stop in the Netherlands, head for The Hague, about 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. Mauritshuis Museum, Inner Court & Hall Of The Knights and The Hague are among the biggest draws.
