Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Phoenix: what you need to know
Phoenix is 8 hours behind Amsterdam, where Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport is located. Phoenix operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from AMS to Phoenix. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
We make it simple to book a flight from AMS to Phoenix with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you hold a passport from Netherlands, you'll need an ETA to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Phoenix for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before you fly.
AMS is around 14 miles from central Amsterdam. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near AMS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Phoenix or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Phoenix
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Phoenix is £207. The cheapest price for a return flight is £535. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AMS to Phoenix if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Phoenix.
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Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) is around 20 miles from central Phoenix. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 33 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour and 54 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Phoenix, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SCF:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Once your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Phoenix has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 11 minutes by car. Central Phoenix is roughly 5 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
You can expect the journey to take approximately 34 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near PHX. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from AMS to Phoenix at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Phoenix
Plan your trip to Phoenix during peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Phoenix during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 44ºC. Lock in your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Phoenix in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from AMS to Phoenix in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Phoenix
After locking in your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Phoenix, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Phoenix:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are top sights which should be on every Phoenix itinerary.
Complete your Phoenix trip with a car rental
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