Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Paris: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Paris is 1 hour 21 minutes.
Paris's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Amsterdam (the location of Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport).
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most traveled route, with 202 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from AMS to CDG is with Air France at 20:25. Opt for the first departure operated by KLM at 06:35 if you want to get going early.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from AMS to Paris.
During popular months such as June, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Nonstop flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Paris are available for booking. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is where you'll complete your journey.
Book your ticket with Air France. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Paris.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from AMS to Paris. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you hold a passport from Netherlands and plan to travel to France for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on your length of stay and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Paris.
AMS is around 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 3 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to AMS? If you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Paris, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Paris
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Paris is $123. The cheapest price for a return flight is $224. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AMS to Paris.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Paris. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is around 27 kilometres from central Paris. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 44 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Book a hotel close to CDG if you're catching a late flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Paris. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Central Paris is about 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Once your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Paris has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 34 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 57 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near ORY. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from AMS to Paris:
Best time to go to Paris
June is the busiest month to catch a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Paris while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Paris, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
When booking your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Paris, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Paris, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from AMS to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
Once you've booked your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Paris, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Paris:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are attractions you won't want to skip in Paris.
Complete your Paris trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Paris and explore the city at your leisure. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Paris.