- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
World-famous museum with Dutch masters including Rembrandt and Vermeer, plus decorative arts spanning centuries of national history.
Flights from Leipzig to Amsterdam depart on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $165 but you can travel from only $27 by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 20:55. The fastest flight covers the 326 miles (526 km) distance in 2h 10m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 326 miles (526 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $165 |
Flights per day 14 |
Fastest flight 2h 10m |
First flight 6:00 AM |
Last flight 8:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Cheapest price on Sep 01
$348
Average ticket price on Sep 01
$512
Fastest journey on Sep 01
4 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
6 h 15 m
Flights on Sep 01
37
Distance
526 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Leipzig to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Amsterdam will cost around $512 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $348.
It's difficult to get from Leipzig to Amsterdam without transferring at least once.
S2 · ICE 698 · 18504+
SK1678
S2 · ICE 698 · 18504+
SK1678
ICE 690 · 21905+
SK1680 · SK549
ICE 508 · 21897+
SK1680 · SK549
ICE 692 · 21889+
SK1680 · SK549
LH159 · LH988
ICE 508 · 21897+
KL1782
OS284 · OS315
ICE 600 · 21881+
KL1780
ICE 692 · 21889+
KL1782Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $51 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, while a flight costs an average of $596.
Distance: 326 miles (526 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$596 Average price | $143 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest | $148 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 1m Average total duration 9h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Leipzig to Amsterdam:
A bus is $92 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Amsterdam costing on average $143.
A bus is $545 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig to Amsterdam costing on average $596.
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 19m.
Bus takes on average 9h 31m.
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Amsterdam flights for today, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 600 · 21881+ KL1782 | 12:12 PM Leipzig Hbf | 8h28 | 8:40 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2 transfers | |
ICE 600 · 21881+ KL1780 | 12:12 PM Leipzig Hbf | 6h33 | 6:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2 transfers | |
ICE 600 · 21881+ LH4209+ LH1002 | 12:12 PM Leipzig Hbf | 9h58 | 10:10 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
ICE 692 · 21889+ KL1782 | 1:16 PM Leipzig Hbf | 7h24 | 8:40 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2 transfers | |
ICE 692 · 21889+ LH4209+ LH1002 | 1:16 PM Leipzig Hbf | 8h54 | 10:10 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
ICE 692 · 21889+ SK1680 · SK549 | 1:16 PM Leipzig Hbf | 32h19 | 9:35 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
ICE 508 · 21897+ KL1782 | 2:12 PM Leipzig Hbf | 6h28 | 8:40 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2 transfers | |
ICE 508 · 21897+ SK1680 · SK549 | 2:12 PM Leipzig Hbf | 31h23 | 9:35 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
ICE 508 · 21897+ SK1680 · SK1549 | 2:12 PM Leipzig Hbf | 26h43 | 4:55 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1206 · 18520+ SK1680 · SK549 | 2:51 PM Leipzig Hbf | 30h44 | 9:35 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1206 · 18520+ SK1680 · SK553 | 2:51 PM Leipzig Hbf | 28h54 | 7:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1206 · 18520+ SK1680 · SK1549 | 2:51 PM Leipzig Hbf | 26h04 | 4:55 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
ICE 690 · 21905+ SK1680 · SK1549 | 3:16 PM Leipzig Hbf | 25h39 | 4:55 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
ICE 690 · 21905+ SK1680 · SK553 | 3:16 PM Leipzig Hbf | 28h29 | 7:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
ICE 690 · 21905+ SK1680 · SK549 | 3:16 PM Leipzig Hbf | 30h19 | 9:35 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
LH157 · LH1002 | 6:35 PM Leipzig/Halle Airport | 3h35 | 10:10 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, September 1 | |||||
LH159 · LH992 | 6:10 AM Leipzig/Halle Airport | 7h40 | 1:50 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH159 · LH988 | 6:10 AM Leipzig/Halle Airport | 4h20 | 10:30 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
LH159 · LH996 | 6:10 AM Leipzig/Halle Airport | 11h30 | 5:40 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
ICE 606 · 21833+ KL1780 | 6:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 12h33 | 6:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2 transfers | |
ICE 606 · 21833+ SK1678 · SK549 | 6:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 15h23 | 9:35 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
ICE 606 · 21833+ SK1678 · SK553 | 6:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 13h33 | 7:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
S2 · ICE 698 · 18504+ KL1780 | 6:22 AM Leipzig Hbf | 12h23 | 6:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
S2 · ICE 698 · 18504+ SK1678 | 6:22 AM Leipzig Hbf | 15h13 | 9:35 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 4 transfers | |
S2 · ICE 698 · 18504+ SK1678 | 6:22 AM Leipzig Hbf | 13h23 | 7:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 4 transfers | |
ICE 806 · 21841+ KL1780 | 7:16 AM Leipzig Hbf | 11h29 | 6:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2 transfers | |
ICE 806 · 21841+ SK1678 · SK553 | 7:16 AM Leipzig Hbf | 12h29 | 7:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
ICE 806 · 21841+ SK1678 · SK549 | 7:16 AM Leipzig Hbf | 14h19 | 9:35 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
ICE 604 · 21849+ KL1780 | 8:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 10h33 | 6:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2 transfers | |
ICE 604 · 21849+ SK1678 · SK553 | 8:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 11h33 | 7:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
ICE 604 · 21849+ SK1678 · SK549 | 8:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 13h23 | 9:35 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
ICE 696 · 21857+ KL1780 | 9:16 AM Leipzig Hbf | 9h29 | 6:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2 transfers | |
ICE 696 · 21857+ SK1678 · SK549 | 9:16 AM Leipzig Hbf | 12h19 | 9:35 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
ICE 696 · 21857+ SK1678 · SK553 | 9:16 AM Leipzig Hbf | 10h29 | 7:45 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3 transfers | |
OS284 · OS319 | 10:20 AM Leipzig/Halle Airport | 11h55 | 10:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
OS284 · OS317 | 10:20 AM Leipzig/Halle Airport | 8h55 | 7:15 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
OS284 · OS315 | 10:20 AM Leipzig/Halle Airport | 6h30 | 4:50 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
OS284+ OS311 | 10:20 AM Leipzig/Halle Airport | 22h45 | 9:05 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 transfer | |
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Amsterdam is pricier than many European cities, with high hotel rates, mid-range dining, and paid transit, though budget eats and supermarket meals can help control daily costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small tips at cafes are appreciated but not expected.
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Most Leipzig to Amsterdam flights use the Leipzig/Halle Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol airport pair. Use this guide to compare Leipzig and Amsterdam airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Leipzig/Halle Airport is 2 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig/Halle Airport 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 all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig/Halle Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig/Halle Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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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