Gander to Amsterdam (YQX–AMS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 3 hubs
YUL Montréal 12h 19m AC ACKL Montréal (YUL) to Amsterdam flights
YHZ Halifax 14h 49m ACLXNOJ WS Halifax (YHZ) to Amsterdam flights
YYZ Toronto 15h 47m AC ACKLOS Toronto (YYZ) to Amsterdam flights
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Gander to Amsterdam
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines +4.5h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between YQX and AMS, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Airline Landscape

Carriers that operated nonstop YQX–AMS service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
TWY TWY 0
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: TWY (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for YQX to AMS.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
3
Hubs
~12h
Fastest
~15h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
185
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+4.5h
Amsterdam is 4.5 hours ahead of Gander.
YQX: NDT · AMS: CEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Gander, it's 10.5:00 PM in Amsterdam.
Visa & Entry

Canadian passport holders enter the Netherlands and the Schengen area visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. ETIAS travel authorization will be required once the EU system launches. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen zone. This applies to European Netherlands only; Aruba, Curacao, and the BES islands have separate entry rules.

Getting from AMS

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).

Amsterdam Climate

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.

YQX–AMS Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Gander to Amsterdam route.
Route details
Time difference+4.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: YQX
IATA / ICAOYQX / CYQX
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
Elevation496 ft / 151 m
Destination: AMS
IATA / ICAOAMS / EHAM
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam
Passengers/yr66.8M
Elevation-11 ft / -3 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YQX to AMS flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau, Halifax / Stanfield and Toronto Pearson.
Amsterdam is 4.5 hours ahead of Gander.
Yes, return flights from AMS to YQX are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau, Halifax / Stanfield and Toronto Pearson. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.