- Must visit
The Fitzwilliam Museum
The University of Cambridge’s flagship museum, known for major collections of art, antiquities, and manuscripts. A top cultural stop with free permanent galleries.
Flights from Amsterdam to Cambridge depart on average 85 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $81 (€66) but you can travel from only $72 (€59) by ferry.
There are 42 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:35, the last at 23:05. The fastest flight covers the 201 miles (325 km) distance in 1h 0m. April is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 201 miles (325 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 (€66) |
Flights per day 85 |
Direct flights 42 |
Fastest flight 1h 0m |
First flight 12:35 AM |
Last flight 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Cheapest price
$110
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Flights per day
3
Distance
325 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Amsterdam to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Cambridge will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $110.
Of the 3 flights that leave Amsterdam for Cambridge onSat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct flights cover the 325 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h .
On Sat, Jun 20 the longest flights will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $72. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $72, and a train costs an average of $236.
Distance: 201 miles (325 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
$134 Average price | $259 Average price | $94 Average price Cheapest |
4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Cambridge:
A ferry is $40 (€33) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Cambridge costing on average $134 (€109).
A ferry is $165 (€136) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Cambridge costing on average $259 (€212).
Other travel options to Cambridge take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 21m.
Ferry takes on average 7h 20m.
Bus takes on average 12h 20m.
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Cambridge flights for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KL1059 | 5:00 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0h50 | 4:50 PM Norwich International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH2307 · LH2482 | 5:00 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 4h45 | 8:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1013+ NX727 | 5:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 5h20 | 9:35 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
KL1013+ NX727 | 5:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 9h30 | 1:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
KL1013+ NX727 | 5:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 7h20 | 11:35 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
KL1013 | 5:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h20 | 5:35 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL991 | 5:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h05 | 5:20 PM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF8345+ AF1380 | 5:50 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 4h35 | 9:25 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF8345+ AF1380+ NX727 | 5:50 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 8h55 | 1:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 2 transfers | |
BA437 | 5:55 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h15 | 6:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA437+ NX727 | 5:55 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 8h50 | 1:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
BA437+ NX727 | 5:55 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 6h40 | 11:35 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
U28677 | 6:05 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h15 | 6:20 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8456 | 6:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h10 | 6:25 PM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U22520 | 6:20 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h10 | 6:30 PM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL993 | 6:25 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h05 | 6:30 PM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH997 · LH922 | 6:30 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 4h40 | 10:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA439 | 6:30 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h15 | 6:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA439+ NX727 | 6:30 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 6h05 | 11:35 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
BA439+ NX727 | 6:30 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 8h15 | 1:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
U28683 | 6:50 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h15 | 7:05 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1015+ NX727 | 7:05 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 7h40 | 1:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
KL1015 | 7:05 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h20 | 7:25 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1015+ NX727 | 7:05 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 5h30 | 11:35 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
U27845 | 7:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h05 | 7:20 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U27552 | 7:35 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h00 | 7:35 PM London Southend Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL995 | 7:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h00 | 7:45 PM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA441+ NX727 | 7:55 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 6h50 | 1:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
BA441 | 7:55 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h15 | 8:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1017 | 8:40 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h15 | 8:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1017+ NX727 | 8:40 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 6h05 | 1:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
U28687 | 8:55 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h15 | 9:10 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U22522 | 9:40 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h10 | 9:50 PM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
QR284 · QR15 | 10:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 23h10 | 8:25 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR284 · QR11 | 10:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 33h10 | 6:25 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR284 · QR1 | 10:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 20h45 | 6:00 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR284 · QR329 | 10:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 33h25 | 6:40 AM London Gatwick Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR284 · QR3 | 10:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 16h00 | 1:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR284 · QR7 | 10:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 16h55 | 2:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR284 · QR107 | 10:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 34h15 | 7:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1063 | 10:40 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0h50 | 10:30 PM Norwich International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 5:20 AM Amsterdam | 1h05 | 6:25 AM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 AM Amsterdam | 1h10 | 9:20 AM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Amsterdam | 1h00 | 10:00 AM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
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The University of Cambridge’s flagship museum, known for major collections of art, antiquities, and manuscripts. A top cultural stop with free permanent galleries.
A renowned modern and contemporary art house museum with intimate displays and a distinctive domestic setting. One of Cambridge’s most characterful art venues.
University museum with important world archaeology and anthropology collections, including Pacific, African, and British material. Excellent for a deeper academic side of Cambridge.
The city’s most famous street, lined with historic college architecture and classic views of King’s College Chapel. Essential for first-time visitors.
A celebrated walking area with riverside paths and some of the city’s most iconic college views. Especially beautiful in spring and autumn.
The busy historic center of Cambridge, surrounded by major sights and a long-running market tradition. Good for atmosphere and people-watching.
A sticky spiced currant bun strongly associated with Cambridge through Fitzbillies, a long-standing local bakery and tea room.
Traditional local pork sausages, often served with mash or in breakfast plates, reflecting the county’s farming heritage.
A classic English Sunday roast commonly enjoyed in Cambridge pubs, with roasted beef, gravy, vegetables, and Yorkshire pudding.
A celebrated fine dining restaurant on the River Cam, known for refined modern British tasting menus and polished service.
A well-regarded independent restaurant serving seasonal modern British cuisine in an intimate, elegant townhouse setting.
A historic Cambridge pub famous for classic British food, ales, and its longstanding connection to the city’s academic history.
Costs are high by UK standards, especially for hotels and dining in the centre, though markets and pubs offer cheaper options.
Service charge may be added in restaurants; if not, tip 10-12.5% for good service. Round up in taxis. Tipping is not expected for counter service, though small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Cambridge by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam to Cambridge flights use the Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Heathrow Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Cambridge airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in various locations throughout the airport.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol: Elevators, ramps.
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