Flying from Tampa to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Tampa. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Tampa to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) leaving from here.
Expect to be in the air for 9 hours. On average, that's the duration of a direct Tampa to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located in Amsterdam. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is five hours ahead of Tampa.
The busiest route is from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). You can choose from 5 direct services every week. Delta Air Lines operates a 5:25pm departure between TPA and AMS.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Tampa to AMS.
Peak season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
You can book a direct flight from Tampa to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) leaving from Tampa International Airport (TPA).
When jetting out of TPA, you can catch a direct flight from Tampa to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol with Delta Air Lines.
The top choice among passengers flying between TPA and AMS is Delta Air Lines.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is Delta Air Lines.
Located around 13 kilometres from central Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Tampa to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to Tampa International Airport:
78.59% of flights that leave from Tampa International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Tampa to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is a popular option between St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport and AMS.
You can arrive at PIE from the centre of Tampa in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to travel the 29 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Tampa to AMS flight, stay in one of these hotels near St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.01%.
PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tampa to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Book one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:
Pick up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car and explore Amsterdam and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Alamo are popular outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks ahead of your Tampa to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is roughly 13 kilometres from central Amsterdam. The time it takes to get there in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is R 3,841. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,539. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Get cheap flights from Tampa to AMS by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
July is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Tampa to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to visit Amsterdam. June is when most people book flights from Tampa to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your Tampa to AMS plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Tampa to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Amsterdam
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Amsterdam right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Tampa to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol:
Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Amsterdam must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Stichting Het Rijksmuseum.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Eindhoven is just one of the many cities in the Netherlands waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Amsterdam. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Van Gogh - Roosegaarde Cycle Path, Taste Eindhoven Foodtours and Designhuis.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in the Netherlands, head for Groningen, about 161 kilometres north-east of Amsterdam. Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Martiniplaza are key reasons to visit.
