Travelling from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
Amsterdam is seven hours ahead of Minneapolis and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from MSP to AMS start from 15:05 — the earliest with KLM. The latest departure is at 22:10 with KLM. Overall, there are 20 weekly Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MSP to AMS flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Delta is your gateway to discovering Amsterdam (and maybe even some other exciting parts of the Netherlands!). Check out the direct flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport offered by this airline.
Most travellers choose to fly with Delta on this route.
With 72.18% of services landing on schedule, Delta is the most punctual carrier offering MSP to AMS flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. These are the top stopovers between MSP and AMS:
London Heathrow Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
At the moment, R 4,670 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 12,765. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book four months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MSP to AMS.
The cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
77% of flights that depart Minneapolis St Paul Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Minneapolis to Minneapolis St Paul Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near MSP:
Arriving at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Reserve a hotel close to AMS if you're on a late Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Amsterdam Schiphol Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and explore beyond Amsterdam's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to central Amsterdam has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Amsterdam. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MSP to AMS in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Amsterdam is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the Netherlands just waiting to be discovered. About 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, a visit to Rotterdam will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Erasmus Bridge, Kijk-Kubus Museum-house and Van Nelle Factory.
Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, The Hague is another favourite stop in the Netherlands. Start your sightseeing at Mauritshuis Museum, Inner Court & Hall Of The Knights and The Hague.
