Flying from Seoul to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): What you need to know
Seoul's main base, Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Seoul to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS).
14 hours is the average journey time for a direct Seoul to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight.
Amsterdam is eight hours behind Seoul. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is located in Amsterdam, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route is from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), with 11 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from ICN to AMS is the 11:55am Korean Air service. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 11:05pm with KLM.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Seoul to AMS.
Popular months like January or other busy periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Seoul to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) can be booked from this terminal.
When taking off from ICN, you can take a direct flight from Seoul to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport with KLM.
The most frequently booked airline between ICN and AMS is KLM.
The most punctual carrier on this route is KLM. Its services arrive as scheduled 78.57% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seoul to AMS. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Seoul, ICN can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Seoul to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Seoul Incheon International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Seoul Incheon International Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Seoul to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is one of the main options between Seoul Gimpo International Airport and AMS.
GMP is about 16 kilometres from central Seoul. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Seoul to AMS flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Seoul Gimpo International Airport:
Seoul Gimpo International Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 80% of flights departing here arrive right on target.
About Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seoul to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Seoul to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight.
Getting from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Amsterdam. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Right now, $613 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $975. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Seoul to AMS.
The best month for finding cheap Seoul to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. January is the quietest month to go to Amsterdam. September is when most people book flights from Seoul to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Seoul to AMS plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Amsterdam to range from 13ºC to 25ºC.
February sees temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Seoul to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Amsterdam
Start your Amsterdam trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Amsterdam itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Anne Frank House.
Explore more of the Netherlands
You've visited Amsterdam, now it's time to discover other parts of the Netherlands. Travel about 113 kilometres southeast to Eindhoven to check off its leading sights. From Van Gogh - Roosegaarde Cycle Path to Designhuis and Philips Stadion, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in the Netherlands, consider Groningen, roughly 161 kilometres northeast of Amsterdam. Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Stadspark are key highlights.