Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1, making Amsterdam five hours ahead of Durham.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RDU to AMS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. These are the top stopovers between RDU and AMS:
Philadelphia International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
At the moment, R 4,213 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 10,501. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from RDU to AMS, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from RDU arrive at their destination as scheduled 80.09% of the time.
Central Durham to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near RDU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:
Pick up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car and discover Amsterdam and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol about four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to the centre of Amsterdam has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. June is the busiest month to head to Amsterdam. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to AMS in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of Netherlands
Amsterdam has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Netherlands waiting to be discovered. Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, a visit to Rotterdam will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.
Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, The Hague is another favourite stop in Netherlands. Start your sightseeing at Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.