Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Moscow flight with KLM

Moscow is outside the Schengen Area. Travelers departing from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) will need a valid passport and may require a visa depending on their nationality. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

There is a time difference of 2 h in winter and 1 h in summer between Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) and Moscow.

The best events to attend in Moscow include:

• Victory Day, commemorate the end of World War II with parades and fireworks
• Moscow City Day, celebrate the founding of Moscow with concerts and exhibitions
• New Year’s Eve, mark the arrival of the new year with festivities in Red Square
• Maslenitsa, a week-long festival celebrating the end of winter with pancakes and folk activities.

The best holidays to experience in Moscow include:

• International Women's Day, celebrate women's achievements with various events and activities in March
• May Day, enjoy the spring weather and public celebrations in early May
• Russia Day, commemorate national pride with festivities and fireworks in June
• City Day, experience local culture and community spirit with parades and performances in September.

The best seasons to visit Moscow are Spring, Summer or Fall. The best weather to explore Moscow is during May-June or September-October.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.