Flying from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
The timezone in Amsterdam is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of New York.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your LGA to AMS flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from LaGuardia Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between LGA and AMS:
Logan International Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
R 5,239 is the best price for a one-way LaGuardia Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. A return flight starts at R 7,663. These prices may change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from LGA to AMS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from LGA to AMS.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from LaGuardia Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Handy information about LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
LaGuardia Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LGA touch down on schedule 80.0% of the time.
LaGuardia Airport is about 18 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LGA:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you're coming in on a late LaGuardia Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near AMS:
Travel at your own speed with an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and find adventure across Amsterdam and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
From Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Amsterdam is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from LaGuardia Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from LaGuardia Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from LGA to AMS in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of Netherlands
Amsterdam is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Netherlands just waiting to be explored. About 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, a trip to Rotterdam will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.
The Hague is another standout destination in Netherlands and is around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. No trip is complete without visiting Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.