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

• Earliest: departs at 05:40 and lands at 07:13
• Latest: departs at 20:30 and lands at 22:03.

The flight takes about 1h 33m.

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

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct 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.

Return flights from Edinburgh to Amsterdam range from £130 to £194, with an average of £153 over the past 12 months. Anything below £130 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 33% above the £153 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £132 return via Dublin (DUB), compared with £154 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £22–£76 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 38% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 37%, Afternoon flights for 25%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Edinburgh to Amsterdam are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £43, which is 53% below the typical average for this route.

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £17 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 three months, with delays averaging 1h 45m.

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

• Dublin (DUB) – 80% of one-stop connections
• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 7% of one-stop connections
• London Heathrow (LHR) – 7% of one-stop connections
• London Luton (LTN) – 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Edinburgh to Amsterdam. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £144 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £163, a difference of £20.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 direct flights on this route include:

• KLM
• easyJet

Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 26m, compared to 5h 50m via London Luton (LTN) and 6h 11m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

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, Amsterdam Arena, 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

Baggage 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.

If you want to keep your bags extra secure during your flight you can find baggage wrap areas at the Departures terminal of the airport. They charge a small fee per bag or item but it is well worth the assurance of safe bags.

Your service animal will be very welcome to fly with you in the cabin on a KLM flight on a few conditions. It must have a training certificate, up-to-date inoculations and be harnessed.

If you have some time to kill, enjoy the Airport Park. The greenest spot in the airport, the park has loungers, bean bags, and birdsong to relax you. It also has exercise bikes that charge your phone while you ride.

You can receive medical assistance any time at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) by visiting the Airport Medical Services. There are doctors and nurses on call that can do everything from minor procedures to general check-ups and even help with emergencies, should you need it. The medical centre is based in Lounge 2.