Flights from Brisbane to Amsterdam

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Whether you’re seeking tulips in the spring, biking in the summer, a fall gondola ride or art galleries anytime, Amsterdam’s culture and history combine to create a destination for all kinds of travellers. Amsterdam is a location for every season, but it definitely attracts more tourists in the summer thanks to its numerous canals, parks, beaches and events. More than 300 festivals happen in the city every year. Plus, it’s easy to get around Amsterdam on foot or bicycle, especially in warm weather.

Book your cheap flights from Brisbane to Amsterdam with Webjet, and brush up on your know-how about the Dutch capital with these helpful travel tips.

The best time to visit Amsterdam

Amsterdam’s tourist season kicks off in the spring with tulip season beginning mid-March and peaking in April. Hotel prices spike at the end of April due to Koningsdag, a national holiday celebrating the reigning king or queen with canal parades and parties in the city.
Summer is the most popular time to visit Amsterdam as it offers the best weather for beaches, parks, outdoor cafes and canal rides. However, summer can be hot, humid and overly crowded. For cheap airfares to Amsterdam, try visiting from November to February. This is the Netherlands’ winter and it is often cold enough that the canals freeze over, making for a unique ice-skating experience.

Departing from Brisbane

Flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) arrive at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport (AMS). It takes a little less than a day to get there and flights are available on a number of airlines, like SWISS Airlines, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and more.

Getting to Brisbane Airport

The Brisbane Airport is 20 minutes from Brisbane’s CBD by Airtrain, which runs every 15 minutes during peak times and every 30 minutes off-peak. A one-way ticket costs $15 AUD. The airport can also be reached by city bus. Route 590 runs to the airport. Single paper tickets start at $4.70 AUD. Taxi fares from Brisbane City run upwards of $45 AUD and there is a $3.90 AUD toll added to taxi and ride shares fares.

Parking at Brisbane Airport

Brisbane Airport offers several parking options, from long-term budget lots to valet parking. Most lots can be paid upon arrival but travellers will save by booking online ahead of time.

Where to Park at Brisbane Airport

• ParkLong: There are ParkLong options within a short walk to both the Domestic and International Terminals. The rate for seven days is $155.
• ParkPremium: This is the closest self-parking option to the Domestic Terminal. The rate for seven days is $200.
• ParkValet: There are ParkValet options within a short walk to both the Domestic and International Terminals. The rate for seven days is $185.
• AIRPARK Everyday: This budget long-term parking option is close to both terminals with complimentary shuttle bus service. The rate for seven days is $99.
• AIRPARK Undercover: This lot offers the features of AIRPARK Everyday but with covered protection. Parking in this lot must be booked in advance. Rates can be calculated online.

Arriving in Amsterdam

Travellers from Brisbane will arrive at Schiphol Airport, also called Amsterdam Airport, which is the only international airport in the Netherlands.

How to Get from Schiphol Airport to Your Amsterdam Hotel or Accommodation

In light traffic, Schiphol Airport is just a 15- to 20-minute drive to Amsterdam’s city centre. A taxi ride will run about 39€ ($62 AUD). Taxis can be found outside the main entrance to arrivals or at the train station level. It always takes approximately 20 minutes from Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam Centraal Station via train. Train fare is 5.40€ ($9 AUD) and trains run every 10 to 15 minutes between 6am and 1am. Services runs hourly outside those times.
Alternately, the Amsterdam Airport Express bus leaves the airport from platforms B15-19 every 10 to 15 minutes from 5:15am and 1am. The fare is 5€ ($8 AUD) and it runs direct to Museumplein, Rijksmuseum and Leidseplein. Bus service is less frequent on weekends.

Things to do in Amsterdam

Amsterdam is known as a pedestrian-friendly destination with a rich history and plenty of art galleries, museums, and architectural gems. The city is encircled by a 17th-century canal belt that spans more than 100 kilometres. Visitors book onto guided boat tours to explore the 165 canals, 90 islands and 1,500 bridges. For those who prefer to stay on dry land, Vondelpark offers 47 hectares of urban greenspace and is a popular spot for biking, hiking, picnics, ball games and more. From the park, it’s not far to Museumplein, a public space that encompasses the city’s most popular art galleries: the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum, and the Stedelijk Museum.