Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur is home to two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
Expect to be in the air for 12 hours 44 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located in Amsterdam. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 7 hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is the most popular route. There are 8 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with KLM at 23:50. Go for the first KUL to AMS departure with KLM at 23:45 if you want to get going earlier.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Kuala Lumpur to AMS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Take off and land with no stops from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) can be booked from here.
You'll find a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport with KLM. This popular airline operates departures from KUL.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Kuala Lumpur to AMS departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
KUL is around 64 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Want a convenient hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)? Check out the fares departing from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
KLM has direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to AMS leaving from SZB. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination in a single hop.
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, here's where you can stop between Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport and AMS:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
SZB is about 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It'll take you 27 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 32 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to AMS, kick back in one of these hotels close to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
About Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Reserve a hotel near AMS if you're taking a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to the centre of Amsterdam takes about 23 minutes in a car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It'll take around 1 hour and 3 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport from $455 or travel return from just $731. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
You're more likely to score flight tickets from Kuala Lumpur to AMS when you book 8 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this route are typically at their lowest.
To score the lowest price on your tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport, schedule your trip for May (it's when flights are cheapest). Have flexibility with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' function to find the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
June is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Amsterdam, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Book your flight from Kuala Lumpur to AMS for August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Amsterdam to range from 14ºC to 24ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Amsterdam
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Amsterdam right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum are must-do's during your Amsterdam adventure.
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