Edinburgh to Amsterdam is one of Scotland’s easiest short-haul hops — a non-stop of well under two hours, flown several times a day, dropping you at one of Europe’s best-connected hubs. Whether you’re heading for a canal-side city break or connecting onward through Schiphol, this guide covers who flies the route, what a fair return fare looks like in pounds, and when to book.
Route: Edinburgh (EDI) → Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Distance: approximately 670 km (415 miles)
Non-stop flight time: about 1h 25m – 1h 40m
Direct flights: Yes — KLM and easyJet both fly non-stop, with roughly 50 departures a week between them across the day.
Fares from Edinburgh to Amsterdam (GBP)
This is a competitive short-haul route with genuine daily choice, so fares stay low most of the year and only really climb around the summer school holidays, the spring tulip season and the Christmas/New Year peak. The table below shows when the route is busiest. We no longer print per-month fare estimates here, because they were never measured.
| Month | Demand |
|---|---|
| January | low |
| February | low |
| March | medium |
| April | high (tulips / King’s Day) |
| May | medium |
| June | medium-high |
| July | high (summer holidays) |
| August | high |
| September | medium |
| October | medium |
| November | low |
| December | high (Christmas / NYE) |
We do not quote a target fare for this route. Our price tracking holds no recorded observations for it, so a “typical” or “good deal” figure here would be an estimate dressed up as a measurement — so this page leaves it out rather than guess. The seasonal pattern above is the part we can stand behind; check the live fare for the number.
Airlines on this route
Non-stop (about 1½ hours):
- KLM — the most frequent operator, flying multiple times a day (operated by KLM Cityhopper on Embraer jets); Schiphol is its home hub, so it’s the obvious pick for onward connections.
- easyJet — several non-stop departures a week, usually the cheapest headline fare if you book early and travel with hand baggage only.
One-stop:
- With two carriers flying non-stop several times a day, a connecting itinerary is rarely cheaper or worth the extra hours — on this route the direct flight is almost always the smart buy. If the non-stops are sold out on your dates, a connection via London or another UK hub is the usual fallback.
Because KLM and easyJet compete head-to-head every day, keep an eye on both: KLM often wins on schedule and included baggage, easyJet on the lead-in fare.
When to book & how to save
- Book 3–8 weeks ahead for the best short-haul prices; unlike long-haul, city-break fares often bottom out in that window rather than months in advance.
- Avoid the peaks if you can: April (tulip season and King’s Day, 27 April), the July–August summer holidays and the Christmas/New Year week are the priciest and busiest.
- Travel midweek — Tuesday to Thursday departures are usually cheaper than a Friday-out, Sunday-back weekend trip.
- Watch the baggage: easyJet’s lowest fares are hand-baggage only, while KLM’s economy usually includes a checked bag — compare the all-in price, not just the headline.
- Fly light for a city break: Amsterdam is a two-nights-and-cabin-bag kind of trip, so a hand-luggage fare often makes the direct flight cheaper than any connection.
Arriving in Amsterdam
All flights land at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), about 15 km southwest of the city centre. The easiest way in is the train from Schiphol Plaza, directly beneath the terminal: it runs to Amsterdam Centraal in around 15–20 minutes and costs roughly £5 one-way. Trains leave every few minutes, so there’s no need to pre-book. A taxi to the centre takes 20–30 minutes and costs around £40–£55 depending on traffic, and there are direct rail connections onward to Rotterdam, The Hague and beyond straight from the airport.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Amsterdam?
The non-stop flight takes about 1 hour 25 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes, depending on winds and the aircraft. It’s a genuinely short hop — barely enough time for the drinks trolley — so factoring in the quick train into the city, you can be at your hotel within a couple of hours of landing.
Are there direct flights from Edinburgh to Amsterdam?
Yes. KLM and easyJet both fly non-stop between Edinburgh and Amsterdam Schiphol, with roughly 50 departures a week between them spread across the day. Because there are so many direct options, a connecting flight is almost never cheaper or quicker on this route.
How much does it cost to fly from Edinburgh to Amsterdam?
A typical economy return runs about £70–£190 depending on the season. The cheapest fares — around £75 return — show up in the quiet winter months on midweek, hand-baggage-only tickets, while summer and the December peak sit toward the top of that range.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Amsterdam?
January, February and November are usually the cheapest months to fly. Avoid April (tulip season and King’s Day), the July–August summer holidays and the Christmas/New Year week, which are the busiest and priciest.
Which airlines fly from Edinburgh to Amsterdam?
KLM and easyJet operate the non-stop route. KLM (flown by its Cityhopper regional arm) is the most frequent and often includes a checked bag; easyJet typically has the lowest lead-in fare if you travel with hand baggage only. Between them there are departures throughout the day.
Which airport do I fly into in Amsterdam?
All flights land at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), the Netherlands’ main international airport and one of Europe’s biggest hubs. It sits about 15 km from the city centre, with a train station directly under the terminal that whisks you into Amsterdam Centraal in under 20 minutes.
How far in advance should I book Edinburgh to Amsterdam flights?
Aim to book 3 to 8 weeks ahead. Short-haul European fares often reach their lowest point in that window rather than months out, though for the April, summer and Christmas peaks it pays to book earlier, as the cheapest seats sell first.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Usually, yes. Midweek departures (Tuesday to Thursday) tend to be cheaper than a Friday-out, Sunday-back weekend, which is the most popular pattern for city breaks. Shifting your trip by a day or two, or flying out on a weekday, can easily save a little on a return.
Route and schedule details from current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Indicative economy returns — check the live fare before booking.
