Amsterdam to Vancouver (AMS–YVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
AMS–YVR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. KLM leads the route. The flight covers 4,789 miles in approximately 9h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 54 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KL KLM | 8 | 77W, 781 | 9h05-9h35 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Vancouver from Amsterdam
| Metric | AMS→YVR | EIN→YVR |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from AMS | – | 65 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | – |
| Flight time | 9h 5m | 9h 29m |
Travel Essentials
AMS: CEST · YVR: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Amsterdam, it's 9:00 AM in Vancouver.
Dutch passport holders enter Canada visa-free for stays up to 6 months. An Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is required before boarding and costs CAD 7. The eTA is valid for 5 years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. 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.
The Canada Line runs from the airport to Waterfront/downtown in 26 minutes for CAD $4.45 on Compass card. Trains depart every 6–8 minutes from the International Terminal station (basement level). Taxis queue outside arrivals; metered fares to downtown are CAD $35–45. Uber and Lyft have a designated pick-up zone.Rental car desks are in the terminal. The VALET shuttle also connects to other transit points on Sea Island. YVR is particularly well-organised for transfers; pre-clearance facility clears U.S.-bound passengers through U.S. customs before departure.
Temperate oceanic climate. One of the mildest in Canada. Winters (November–March) are wet and overcast at 2–8°C. Snow is infrequent at sea level, but when it does fall, the city struggles and the airport can see delays. Fog in winter and early spring is a more consistent disruption risk. Summers (June–August) are warm and dry at 20–27°C with very little rain.
Wildfire smoke from BC and Alberta can reduce visibility at the airport during August and September. Pack rain gear for autumn through spring. Summers are dry and clear.
AMS–YVR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from AMS to YVR
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are connected by nonstop service from KLM. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
AMS to YVR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from AMS to YVR ranges from 9 hours 5 minutes to 9 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,789 miles (7,707 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 15 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
54 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via TLL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Eindhoven (EIN).