Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Svalbard Airport (LYR): what you need to know
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your AMS to LYR flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Svalbard Airport. Many passengers pass through Tromso/Langnes Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Svalbard Airport (LYR)
RM895 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Svalbard Airport flight. A return flight starts from RM1,530. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from AMS to LYR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Svalbard Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from AMS to LYR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Svalbard Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Of all flights leaving Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% land on time at their destination.
To reach Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from central Amsterdam, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near AMS. Whether you have an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Svalbard Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Svalbard Airport (LYR)
If you're coming in on a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Svalbard Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near LYR:
Getting from Svalbard Airport (LYR) to central Longyearbyen
Svalbard Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Longyearbyen. Driving there takes about 5 minutes.
When to fly to Svalbard Airport (LYR)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Svalbard Airport is June, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Longyearbyen based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Svalbard Airport for July if you'd like to explore Longyearbyen during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AMS to LYR in March. Temperatures average between -22ºC (-8ºF) and -6ºC (21ºF) then.
Explore more of Norway
Barentsburg is just one of the many cities in Norway waiting to be explored once you've seen Longyearbyen. Around 40 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Barentsburg Pomor museum, The Orthodox Church and ART ARCTIC GALLERY.