Flying from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is located in Amsterdam. Following the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is eight hours ahead of Amsterdam.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route, with seven departures a week to choose from. You can fly from AMS to NRT at 13:25 with KLM.
Leave plenty of time to catch your AMS to Tokyo flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling over a peak time such as September? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Tokyo tickets are available for booking. Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is where you'll complete your journey.
Take to the skies with KLM. This popular airline offers direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Tokyo.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from AMS to Tokyo with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
AMS is about 13 kilometers from central Amsterdam. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 20 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to AMS? If you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Tokyo, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
75% of flights that leave from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Tokyo
The best price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Tokyo flight is AED 1,495. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 2,015. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from AMS to Tokyo. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
The distance from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 19 kilometers. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting to the center by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Tokyo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from AMS to Tokyo.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is about 56 kilometers from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). Once your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Tokyo has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the center in 1 hour or so.
After stepping off your AMS to Tokyo flight, rest your head at a hotel close to NRT. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from NRT four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
The address for Tokyo Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
March is the busiest month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Tokyo. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Tokyo in December.
Lock in a Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Tokyo plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from AMS to Tokyo in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tokyo right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Tokyo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Sensho-ji, Tokyo Skytree and Ginza Central Street are highlights which should feature on any good Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored after you've seen Tokyo. Around 402 kilometers away to the west, check out popular attractions including Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Nagoya is another favorite destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometers west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without seeing Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.