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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Edinburgh to Amsterdam:

• Earliest: departs at 5:40 am and lands at 7:13 am
• Latest: departs at 8:30 pm and lands at 10:03 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 33m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Edinburgh to Amsterdam:

• Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Edinburgh to Amsterdam takes 1h 33m, covering 414 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Amsterdam range from $172 to $255, with an average of $203 over the past 12 months. Anything below $172 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 32% above the $203 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $183 round-trip via Dublin (DUB), compared to $203 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $28–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by easyJet. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Edinburgh to Amsterdam flights, with 43% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 42%, afternoon flights for 15%, and night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Edinburgh to Amsterdam are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $97, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Alamo
• Budget
• Sixt
• keddy by Europcar
• Hertz

Flights from Edinburgh to Amsterdam usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and arrive at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Edinburgh to Amsterdam route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 45m.

One-stop flights from Edinburgh to Amsterdam most commonly connect through:

• London Stansted (STN) - 45% of one-stop connections
• Dublin (DUB) - 41% of one-stop connections
• Birmingham (BHX) - 3% of one-stop connections
• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 3% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Edinburgh to Amsterdam. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $194 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $216, a difference of $22.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Edinburgh and Amsterdam. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• KLM
• easyJet

Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 26m, compared with 5h 26m via Birmingham (BHX) and 5h 50m via London Luton (LTN).

Amsterdam is 1 hour ahead of Edinburgh (Central European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Amsterdam are Amsterdam RAI, Van Gogh Museum and Vondel Park. These are among the most viewed places in Amsterdam on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Edinburgh to Amsterdam flights:

• easyJet: offers free seat selection
• KLM: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• easyJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• KLM: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• easyJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Yes, there are many flights you can take throughout the week that travel directly between these two cities. You can fly non-stop with the budget airline easyJet, which is great if you are looking to save money. Alternatively, you could opt for a flight with KLM, which tends to be a bit more expensive, but still offers great value for money.

Yes, you can speed up your journey through security at Edinburgh Airport by pre-booking a fast track service. This must be done at least 24 hours in advance and costs about £3 per person. It’s a great way to avoid the queues on the day you travel, especially if you are travelling during peak times.

Yes, if you are flying early in the morning, or travelling to the airport from further afield, you may want to stay at an airport hotel the night before your trip. There are several hotels, such as The Holiday Inn Express, close to the terminal building, so you won’t be in a rush on the day of your flight.

At Amsterdam Airport, it is easy to continue your onwards journey to the city centre. One option that is very convenient is to take a train to the city centre, which costs about €10.80 (£9.30) and takes about 20min There is also the option of a bus, which is a similar cost at about €10 (£8.60), but takes slightly longer at around 35min.