Travelling from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Around 13 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Amsterdam is seven hours behind Shanghai and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from PVG to AMS start from 11:15 — the earliest with KLM. The latest departure is at 12:40 with KLM. In total, you can choose from 18 weekly Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flights.
Leave plenty of time to make your PVG to AMS flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Getting to Amsterdam (and then seeing more of Netherlands!) is a breeze with KLM. This popular airline offers direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is KLM.
KLM tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for PVG to AMS flights, with 91.38% of services landing as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between PVG and AMS include:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Daxing International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
ر.ق. 1,055 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Return flights start at ر.ق. 1,866. These fares may change based on availability.
Score cheap tickets from PVG to AMS by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from PVG to AMS is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
PVG's address is No.300 Qihang Road.
Of all flights leaving Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% land on time at their destination.
To reach Shanghai Pudong International Airport from central Shanghai, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near PVG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Reserve a hotel close to AMS if you're taking a late Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and chase adventure across Amsterdam and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to central Amsterdam has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 24ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PVG to AMS in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of Netherlands
Amsterdam has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Netherlands you should also see. About 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.
The Hague is another sought-after destination in Netherlands and is around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. No trip is complete without experiencing Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.
