Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Alta Airport (ALF): what you need to know
Alta's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Amsterdam.
Your AMS to ALF flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd like to discover a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Alta Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Oslo Airport Gardermoen is a sought-after stop between AMS and ALF.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Alta Airport (ALF)
Currently, £157 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Alta Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £239. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from AMS to ALF. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Alta Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Finding cheap flights from AMS to ALF is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Alta Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
67.93% of flights that depart Amsterdam Airport Schiphol touch down at their destination on time.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is around 14 miles from central Amsterdam. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near AMS. Whether you have an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Alta Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Alta Airport (ALF)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Alta Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ALF instead:
Pick up an Alta Airport rental car and discover Alta and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Europcar and Sixt are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Alta Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Alta Airport (ALF) to central Alta
Alta Airport to central Alta has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 2 miles away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Alta Airport (ALF)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Alta Airport. February is the most popular month to head to Alta. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in June.
The warmest month in Alta is July, with temperatures ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Alta Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -14ºC (7ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AMS to ALF around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Norway
Alta has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Norway waiting to be discovered. Around 110 miles west of Alta, a visit to Tromso will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Arctic Cathedral, Polaria and Tromso Bridge.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Norway, head for Bodo, roughly 290 miles south-west of Alta. Saltstraumen, Bodo Domkirke and Mount Ronvik are highlights.