Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Amsterdam Schiphol

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Flight deals from Istanbul to Amsterdam Schiphol

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 5,060. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Amsterdam Schiphol

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Amsterdam Schiphol flights are currently cheapest in July.

Direct flights from Istanbul to Amsterdam Schiphol

Istanbul to Amsterdam Schiphol: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Amsterdam below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Amsterdam Schiphol.

Istanbul to Amsterdam: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,521
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time3 hrs, 34 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week361

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Amsterdam Schiphol: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Amsterdam Schiphol is R 3,910. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 34 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Amsterdam Schiphol.
Turkish Airlines, Gulf Air and Thai Airways fly direct from Istanbul to Amsterdam Schiphol.
As of June 2026, there are 322 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Amsterdam Schiphol.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Amsterdam Schiphol is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on Tuesday, 28 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 34 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Amsterdam Schiphol but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Amsterdam is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Wizz Air UK and KLM offer the cheapest flight tickets to Amsterdam Schiphol.

Flying from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.

  • The timezone in Amsterdam is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Istanbul.

  • Every week, there are 41 Istanbul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flights. To jet off as soon as possible, take the 07:00 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 19:40 with Turkish Airlines.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your IST to AMS flight.

  • During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • Turkish Airlines is your gateway to discovering Amsterdam (and perhaps some other great parts of the Netherlands!). Browse the direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Turkish Airlines.

  • If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between IST and AMS:

    • Frankfurt am Main Airport

    • Vienna Airport

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight is R 1,521. A return plane ticket right now is R 3,910. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book seven months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from IST to AMS.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from IST to AMS.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)

Arriving at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

Getting from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam

  • From Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, Amsterdam is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • It takes roughly 20 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

  • September is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Amsterdam in February.

  • The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your flights from Istanbul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Look for cheap tickets from IST to AMS in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.

Explore more of the Netherlands

  • Amsterdam has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the Netherlands waiting to be explored. Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, a trip to Rotterdam will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Erasmus Bridge, Kijk-Kubus Museum-house and Van Nelle Factory.

  • The Hague is another well-known destination in the Netherlands and is around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. No trip is complete without dropping by Mauritshuis Museum, Inner Court & Hall Of The Knights and The Hague.

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