Zurich to Amsterdam (ZRH–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.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KL KLM Also: 6E, AM, G3, KQ, MF, MH, MU, SK | 41 | 73H, E90 | 1h35 | – | SkyTeam | 6E, AM, G3, KQ, MF, MH, MU, SK |
| LX Swiss Also: AC, AI, WY | 32 | 223, 290 | 1h28-1h40 | – | Star Alliance | AC, AI, WY |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Amsterdam from Zurich
| Metric | ZRH→AMS | BSL→AMS | STR→AMS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ZRH | – | 49 mi | 91 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 310 | 119 | 109 |
| Flight time | 1h 35m | 1h 25m | 1h 20m |
Travel Essentials
ZRH: CEST · AMS: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Zurich, it's 6:00 PM in Amsterdam.
Switzerland and the Netherlands are both Schengen members. Swiss citizens have full freedom of movement and can enter the Netherlands with a valid passport or national ID card. No visa or time limit applies.
If you plan to stay longer than 3 months for work or study, register with the local municipality (gemeente) within 5 days of arrival. EU/EFTA free movement rights mean no work permit is needed.
Direct SBB (Swiss Federal Railways) trains run from Zurich HB (main station) to the airport station in 10 minutes, departing every 10–15 minutes for CHF 6.80 with a standard zone 1–2 ticket. From other Swiss cities, intercity trains call at Zurich Airport station directly; Basel (65 min), Bern (90 min), Geneva (2h45) all have direct connections. The airport station is integrated beneath the terminal.Taxis from Zurich city centre cost CHF 55–75 and take 15–25 minutes via the A1 motorway. Driving is practical; the terminal has a large multi-storey car park (P1/P2/P3) with short- and long-term rates. Rental cars are on-site.
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.
ZRH–AMS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ZRH to AMS
Zürich Airport (ZRH) and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) are connected by nonstop service from KLM and Swiss. With 310 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ZRH to AMS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ZRH to AMS is about 1 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 375 miles (603 km). There are approximately 310 weekly flights outbound and 294 return, totaling 604 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Luxembourg-Findel, Frankfurt Main and Stuttgart. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bâle / Mulhouse (BSL), Stuttgart (STR) and Ferno (VA) (MXP).