Travelling from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Rotterdam Airport (RTM): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Valencia Airport to Rotterdam Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Rotterdam's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Valencia.
You can choose from three weekly Valencia Airport to Rotterdam Airport flights. The 09:10 departure with Transavia is the earliest flight available. Transavia operates the latest service of the day at 20:15.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your VLC to RTM flight.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Rotterdam (and then exploring more of the Netherlands!) is a cinch with transavia. This popular airline has direct flights from Valencia Airport to Rotterdam Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with transavia on this route.
Transavia is the most punctual carrier offering VLC to RTM flights. An impressive 96.15% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Rotterdam Airport (RTM)
R 718 is the lowest price for a one-way Valencia Airport to Rotterdam Airport flight. Return flights start at R 1,704. These fares can change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from VLC to RTM, reserve your journey six months before your planned departure.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Valencia Airport to Rotterdam Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from VLC to RTM by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Valencia Airport to Rotterdam Airport.
Handy information about Valencia Airport (VLC)
81% of flights departing from Valencia Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from VLC.
To get to Valencia Airport from central Valencia, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to VLC? If you've booked an early flight from Valencia Airport to Rotterdam Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Rotterdam Airport (RTM)
Reserve a hotel near RTM if you have a late Valencia Airport to Rotterdam Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Rotterdam Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Avis to explore Rotterdam and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Rotterdam Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Rotterdam Airport (RTM)
The quietest month for a flight from Valencia Airport to Rotterdam Airport is November, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Rotterdam based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Valencia Airport to Rotterdam Airport for August if you'd like to go to Rotterdam during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from VLC to RTM sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the Netherlands
You've visited Rotterdam, now it's time to explore other parts of the Netherlands. Travel around 56 kilometres north-east to Amsterdam to tick off its top attractions. From Van Gogh Museum to Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in the Netherlands, head for The Hague, roughly 21 kilometres north-west of Rotterdam. Mauritshuis Museum, Inner Court & Hall Of The Knights and The Hague are key reasons to visit.
