Flying from Kona Airport (KOA) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): what you need to know
The timezone in Amsterdam is UTC+1, which is 11 hours ahead of Kailua-Kona.
Give yourself enough time to make your KOA to AMS flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kona Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between KOA and AMS:
Los Angeles International Airport
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kona Airport (KOA) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kona Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight is R 5,460. A round-trip ticket is currently R 13,177. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from KOA to AMS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Kona Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from KOA to AMS.
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Handy information about Kona Airport (KOA)
86% of flights departing from Kona Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of KOA.
Central Kailua-Kona to Kona Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Kona Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, have a look at Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House. It's a quick drive from KOA.
Arriving at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
If you're landing on a late Kona Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near AMS:
Hit the road running by picking up a Amsterdam Schiphol Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Amsterdam and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Amsterdam. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
September is the most popular month for flights from Kona Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Amsterdam in February.
Lock in your flight from Kona Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport for August if you'd like to go to Amsterdam during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from KOA to AMS in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of the Netherlands
You've seen Amsterdam, now it's time to discover more of the Netherlands. Travel around 56 kilometres south-west to Rotterdam to tick off its leading sights. From Erasmus Bridge to Kijk-Kubus Museum-house and Van Nelle Factory, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
The Hague is another essential stop in the Netherlands and is around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. No journey is complete without visiting Mauritshuis Museum, Inner Court & Hall Of The Knights and The Hague.