Dubai to Amsterdam (DXB–AMS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DXB–AMS is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Emirates and KLM lead the route. The flight covers 3,212 miles in approximately 6h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 117 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EK Emirates Also: FI, QF | 21 | 388, 77W | 6h40-8h | – | – | FI, QF |
| KL KLM | 7 | 781 | 6h55 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Amsterdam from Dubai
| Metric | DXB→AMS | SHJ→AMS | DWC→AMS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DXB | – | 11 mi | 28 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 49 | 1 | 6 |
| Flight time | 6h 40m | 8h 40m | 6h 25m |
Travel Essentials
DXB: +04 · AMS: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Dubai, it's 4:00 PM in Amsterdam.
UAE passport holders enter the Netherlands and the Schengen area visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. ETIAS authorization will be required when the EU system launches. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned Schengen departure date. EU duty-free limits apply on goods brought from outside the EU.
Dubai Metro Red Line connects Union and BurJuman stations to T1 and T3 (Airport: Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 stations). T1 is 20 minutes from Union, T3 is 22 minutes (AED 6.50–10 depending on zones and Gold/Silver class). Trains run 5:30am–midnight Saturday–Wednesday, until 1am Thursday–Friday. T2 (low-cost) is not on the metro; taxi or bus required.Taxis from Dubai Marina cost AED 70–90; from Downtown Dubai (Burj Khalifa area) AED 35–50. Ride-hail via Careem is widely available and comparable to taxis. Traffic on Sheikh Zayed Road is heavy during morning and evening rush.
Trains depart directly from inside the terminal (Schiphol Plaza) to Amsterdam Centraal every 10–15 minutes (15 min, €5.70). Direct intercity trains also serve Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, and Eindhoven without requiring transfers. NS Hispeed connects to Brussels (1h 50m) and Paris CDG (3h 20m).
Taxis use a meter; Amsterdam Centraal costs €35–50. Ride-hail apps (Uber, Bolt) are cheaper at €25–40. Car rental agencies are at the terminal. Bus 397 to Leidseplein is the budget option (€5.50).
Temperate maritime climate, mild and frequently overcast year-round. Winters are cold (0–7°C) with regular rain and occasional snow or freezing fog. AMS handles de-icing efficiently but heavy snowfall (rare) causes cascading delays across the network. Fog is the primary winter disruption risk, particularly November through February.
Summers are warm (17–24°C) with long days and moderate rain. Thunderstorms in July–August cause brief but sharp delays. Strong crosswinds from the North Sea affect small aircraft year-round. Pack a waterproof layer regardless of season.
DXB–AMS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DXB to AMS
Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) are connected by nonstop service from Emirates and KLM. With 49 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DXB to AMS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DXB to AMS ranges from 6 hours 40 minutes to 8 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,212 miles (5,169 km). There are approximately 49 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 84 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
117 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via LJU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sharjah (SHJ), Dubai(Jebel Ali) (DWC) and Abu Dhabi (AUH).