Travelling from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and you'll be travelling for an average of 13 hours 50 minutes.
Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Amsterdam seven hours behind Hong Kong.
Flights from HKG to AMS start at 22:45 — the first with KLM. The last departure is at 23:25 with KLM. Overall, you can choose from 16 weekly Hong Kong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flights.
To ensure you get on your HKG to AMS flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Amsterdam (and then seeing more of Netherlands!) is a cinch with Cathay Pacific. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Cathay Pacific.
Cathay Pacific is the most punctual carrier operating HKG to AMS flights. A reliable 87.5% of its services on this route arrive on time.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Here are the most popular stopovers between HKG and AMS:
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport
Daxing International Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight is $447. A return ticket right now is $784. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from HKG to AMS by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from HKG to AMS.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
You'll find HKG at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
When it comes to Hong Kong International Airport's on-time performance, 73.04% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Hong Kong International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Hong Kong. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to HKG:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you're arriving on a late Hong Kong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near AMS:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo to explore Amsterdam and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to central Amsterdam has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is January, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for August if you'd like to visit Amsterdam during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HKG to AMS sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Netherlands
You've visited Amsterdam, now it's time to explore other corners of Netherlands. Travel around 56 kilometres south-west to Rotterdam to tick off its top sights. From Markthal to Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, The Hague is another essential stop in Netherlands. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.