Travelling from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is 9 hours 50 minutes.
Amsterdam is six hours ahead of Cartagena and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from CTG to AMS start from 18:00 — the first with KLM. The latest departure is at 18:55 with KLM. In total, there are nine weekly Rafael Nunez International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your CTG to AMS flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Getting to Amsterdam (and then exploring more of Netherlands!) is a snap with KLM. This popular airline has direct flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Most passengers choose to fly with KLM on this route.
With 76.27% of services arriving as planned, KLM is the most punctual carrier operating CTG to AMS flights.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. These are the most popular stopovers between CTG and AMS:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Pearson International Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
ر.ق. 1,526 is the lowest price for a one-way Rafael Nunez International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Return flights start at ر.ق. 3,095. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Book 11 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CTG to AMS.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CTG to AMS.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Handy information about Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
67.0% of flights that leave from Rafael Nunez International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Rafael Nunez International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Cartagena. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to CTG:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you're coming in on a late Rafael Nunez International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near AMS:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and explore beyond Amsterdam's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is roughly 23 kilometres from the centre of Amsterdam. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is January, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 24ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CTG to AMS in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of Netherlands
Amsterdam has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Netherlands you should also see. Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, a visit to Rotterdam will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.
Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, The Hague is another favourite stop in Netherlands. Experience major highlights starting with Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.
