Traveling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Bern Airport (BRN): what you need to know
Amsterdam and Bern follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your AMS to BRN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Bern Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between AMS and BRN include:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Heraklion Airport
Rhodes Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Bern Airport (BRN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Bern Airport flight is $776. A round-trip fare right now is $889. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from AMS to BRN, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Bern Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from AMS to BRN.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Bern Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
67.93% of flights taking off from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol reach their destination on schedule.
Central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is approximately 14 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to AMS? If you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Bern Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Bern Airport (BRN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BRN if you're taking a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Bern Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Bern Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Hertz or Europcar and see more of Bern and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Bern Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Bern Airport (BRN) to central Bern
Bern Airport is approximately 11 miles from the center of Bern. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Traveling to the center by public transport takes about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Bern Airport (BRN)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Bern Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Bern. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Bern Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Bern, with the temperature ranging from 46ºF to 73ºF.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AMS to BRN in January. Temperatures average between 16ºF and 43ºF then.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've done Bern, now it's time to explore other parts of Switzerland. Travel about 60 miles north-east to Zurich to check off its must-visit sights. From Bahnhofstrasse to Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Switzerland, consider Basel, roughly 45 miles north of Bern. Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises are the start of reasons to visit.