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Rijksmuseum
World-famous museum with Dutch masters including Rembrandt and Vermeer, plus decorative arts spanning centuries of national history.


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Cheapest price
$325
Average price
$719
Fastest journey
55m
Average duration
7h 38m
Flights per day
26
Distance
158 km
Flights from Ghent to Amsterdam depart on average 6 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $244 (€201) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:10, the last at 21:55. The fastest flight covers the 104 miles (168 km) distance in 50m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 104 miles (168 km) |
Average flight duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $244 (€201) |
Flights per day 6 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 50m |
First flight 6:10 AM |
Last flight 9:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $244.
Distance: 104 miles (168 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$625 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $74 Average price | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ghent to Amsterdam:
A bus is $48 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Amsterdam costing on average $74 (€61).
A bus is $599 (€494) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ghent to Amsterdam costing on average $625 (€515).
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 42m.
Bus takes on average 2h 49m.
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Amsterdam flights for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
QR196 · QR273 | 9:00 AM Brussels Airport | 28h55 | 1:55 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
QR196 · QR283 | 9:00 AM Brussels Airport | 35h45 | 8:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH5585+ LH2304 | 9:35 AM Brussels Airport | 5h25 | 3:00 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH5585+ LH2306 | 9:35 AM Brussels Airport | 6h45 | 4:20 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LX787 · LX728 | 9:40 AM Brussels Airport | 4h30 | 2:10 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
KL1704 | 10:25 AM Brussels Airport | 0h55 | 11:20 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH5571+ LH992 | 10:30 AM Brussels Airport | 3h20 | 1:50 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
BA385 · BA436 | 10:55 AM Brussels Airport | 5h45 | 4:40 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
BA385 · BA440 | 10:55 AM Brussels Airport | 8h00 | 6:55 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
BA385+ BA8459 | 10:55 AM Brussels Airport | 8h15 | 7:10 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
BA385 · BA438 | 10:55 AM Brussels Airport | 7h30 | 6:25 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
BA385+ BA8455 | 10:55 AM Brussels Airport | 6h40 | 5:35 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
BA385 · BA434 | 10:55 AM Brussels Airport | 4h00 | 2:55 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH5627+ LH4202 | 12:45 PM Brussels Airport | 7h35 | 8:20 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH5631+ LH4202 | 1:45 PM Brussels Airport | 6h35 | 8:20 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH5631+ LH2310 | 1:45 PM Brussels Airport | 8h10 | 9:55 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH5573+ LH1002 | 2:25 PM Brussels Airport | 7h45 | 10:10 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LX781 · LX734 | 3:00 PM Brussels Airport | 4h15 | 7:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LX781+ LX736 | 3:00 PM Brussels Airport | 7h15 | 10:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
KL1706 | 3:10 PM Brussels Airport | 0h55 | 4:05 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA387 · BA444 | 3:15 PM Brussels Airport | 6h30 | 9:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
BA387 · BA442 | 3:15 PM Brussels Airport | 5h20 | 8:35 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH5581+ LH2310 | 4:25 PM Brussels Airport | 5h30 | 9:55 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH5581+ LH4202 | 4:25 PM Brussels Airport | 3h55 | 8:20 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH5577+ LH1002 | 5:30 PM Brussels Airport | 4h40 | 10:10 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LX4555+ LX736 | 6:10 PM Brussels Airport | 4h05 | 10:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
KL1700 | 6:20 AM Brussels Airport | 0h50 | 7:10 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH5587+ LH992 | 6:20 AM Brussels Airport | 7h30 | 1:50 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH988+ LH5587 | 6:20 AM Brussels Airport | 4h15 | 10:35 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH5629+ LH2302 | 6:45 AM Brussels Airport | 3h45 | 10:30 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH2304+ LH5629 | 6:45 AM Brussels Airport | 8h15 | 3:00 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LX4545+ LX728 | 6:55 AM Brussels Airport | 7h15 | 2:10 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
KL1702 | 8:05 AM Brussels Airport | 0h50 | 8:55 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH5569+ LH992 | 8:30 AM Brussels Airport | 5h20 | 1:50 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Most Ghent to Amsterdam flights use the Brussels Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol airport pair. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Amsterdam 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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