Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Asmara International Airport (ASM): what you need to know
Asmara is two hours ahead of Amsterdam and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your AMS to ASM flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Asmara International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between AMS and ASM:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
Cairo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Asmara International Airport (ASM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Asmara International Airport flight is ج.م. 18,425. A return plane ticket is currently ج.م. 31,081. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AMS to ASM if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Asmara International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Asmara International Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
When it comes to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol's on-time performance, 67.93% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is about 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near AMS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Asmara International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Asmara International Airport (ASM)
Hop off your Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Asmara International Airport flight and be in your hotel bed soon after. If you're searching for a comfy option a short journey from ASM, consider Crystal Hotel.
Getting from Asmara International Airport (ASM) to central Asmara
From Asmara International Airport, Asmara is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Asmara International Airport (ASM)
June is the most popular month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Asmara International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Asmara in April.
When booking your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Asmara International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Asmara, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AMS to ASM in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC and 24ºC then.
Explore more of Eritrea
Massawa is just one of the many places in Eritrea waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Asmara. Around 64 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Covered Bazaar, Sahaba Mosque and Old railway station.
Time for another stop? Head onward to Mek'erka. It's roughly 19 kilometres north of Asmara and features highlights like Azien.