Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Calgary International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 55 minutes.
Calgary's timezone is UTC-6, making Calgary seven hours behind Amsterdam.
Each week, there are eight Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Calgary International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, pick the 12:30 KLM flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 12:40 with KLM.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your AMS to YYC flight.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
KLM offers direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Calgary International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Calgary — and maybe even more of Canada if you have time.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with KLM on this route.
KLM is the most punctual carrier that offers AMS to YYC flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Calgary International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between AMS and YYC:
Edinburgh Airport
Edmonton International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
At the moment, £198 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Calgary International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £331. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AMS to YYC.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Calgary International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from AMS to YYC.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Of the departures from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is about 14 miles from central Amsterdam. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to AMS? If you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Calgary International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Calgary International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YYC instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Calgary International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Calgary and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Calgary International Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
The street address for YYC is 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Calgary International Airport to the centre of Calgary has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 miles away.
It typically takes 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Calgary International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Calgary based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Calgary is August, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Calgary International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AMS to YYC in December. Temperatures average between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Calgary. Around 170 miles away to the north, its top attractions include Royal Alberta Museum, Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Canada, head for Kelowna, about 250 miles west of Calgary. Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop are among its highlights.
