Travelling from Surabaya Airport (SUB) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): what you need to know
Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1, making Amsterdam six hours behind Surabaya.
To ensure you catch your SUB to AMS flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like May, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Surabaya Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SUB and AMS:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Surabaya Airport (SUB) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Right now, R 5,831 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Surabaya Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 13,265. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SUB to AMS if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Surabaya Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SUB to AMS.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Surabaya Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
Handy information about Surabaya Airport (SUB)
Of all flights departing from Surabaya Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Surabaya Airport from central Surabaya, it takes about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Surabaya Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near SUB:
Arriving at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Surabaya Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:
Grab a Amsterdam Schiphol Airport rental car and discover Amsterdam and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Alamo are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport around four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
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 get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
September is the busiest month for flights from Surabaya Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Amsterdam in February.
When booking your flight from Surabaya 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 SUB to AMS in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Rotterdam is just one of the many places in the Netherlands waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Amsterdam. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including 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 visiting Mauritshuis Museum, Inner Court & Hall Of The Knights and The Hague.
