Montréal to Amsterdam (YUL–AMS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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YUL–AMS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. KLM leads the route. The flight covers 3,420 miles in approximately 7h. Beyond nonstop, 64 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
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Travel Essentials
YUL: EDT · AMS: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Montréal, it's 11:00 PM in Amsterdam.
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.
The 747 Express bus runs 24/7 from downtown Montréal (Berri-UQAM and Lionel-Groulx métro stations) to Trudeau in 45–60 minutes for CAD $11 with a OPUS card or $11 cash. STM métro does not reach the airport; the 747 Express bus handles the city-airport connection. Taxis from downtown are metered at roughly CAD $45–55.Uber and Lyft operate from designated pick-up zones at departures level. Driving via Highway 20 West is straightforward; the airport has structured parking directly attached to the terminal starting at CAD $5/30 min, with economy lots farther out.
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.
YUL–AMS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YUL to AMS
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) are connected by nonstop service from KLM. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
YUL to AMS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YUL to AMS ranges from 7 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,420 miles (5,503 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
64 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via TEB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.