Amsterdam to London (AMS–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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AMS–LHR is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. British Airways, KLM and Singapore Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 230 miles in approximately 1h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA British Airways Also: B6, JL, MH | 54 | 319, 320, 32A, 32N | 1h15-1h25 | – | Oneworld | B6, JL, MH |
| KL KLM Also: 6E, CI, G3, GA, KQ, MF, MU, VS, WS | 53 | 295, 32Q | 1h15-1h30 | – | SkyTeam | 6E, CI, G3, GA, KQ, MF, MU, VS, WS |
| SQ Singapore Airlines | 3 | 74Y | 1h | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Amsterdam
| Metric | AMS→LHR | BRU→LHR | DUS→LHR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from AMS | – | 98 mi | 111 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 9 | 9 |
| Weekly flights | 405 | 79 | 96 |
| Flight time | 1h 20m | 1h 4m | 1h 14m |
Travel Essentials
AMS: CEST · LHR: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Amsterdam, it's 5:00 PM in London.
Dutch passport holders enter the UK without a visa for stays up to 6 months. Since April 2025, an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) must be obtained before travel. The ETA costs GBP 16, is valid for 2 years or until the passport expires, and allows multiple visits. Apply online or through the UK ETA app. Processing is usually within minutes.
Intercity and Sprinter trains run directly to Schiphol Plaza (the station is inside the terminal) from Amsterdam Centraal every 10–15 minutes (15 min, €5.70). The Intercity Direct from Rotterdam takes 43 minutes (€17.40 with supplement). Trains from The Hague take 35–45 minutes.
Taxis from central Amsterdam cost €35–50 and take 20–35 minutes. Highway A4 is frequently congested during morning rush. Bus 397 runs from Amsterdam Leidseplein to Schiphol (30 min, €5.50) for a cheaper landside alternative.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
AMS–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from AMS to LHR
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways, KLM and Singapore Airlines. With 405 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
AMS to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from AMS to LHR is about 1 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 230 miles (370 km). There are approximately 405 weekly flights outbound and 367 return, totaling 772 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Brussels, Manchester and Luxembourg-Findel. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Zaventem (BRU) and Düsseldorf (DUS).