Philadelphia to Amsterdam flight time and airlines

With its connections to America’s colonial and revolutionary history, Philadelphia is home to significant historical sites. The ‘City of Brotherly Love’ has iconic sights like the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Across the Atlantic, Amsterdam has a rich collection of cultural attractions. With picturesque canals and a laidback café culture, it is one of Europe’s must-see cities. Seasonal non-stop flights link these two great cities. Connecting flights are also available throughout the year.

American Airlines flights from Philadelphia to Amsterdam

American Airlines offers seasonal flights between Philadelphia and Amsterdam. The non-stop route operates from Terminal A at Philadelphia International Airport.

The daily flight is generally flown using American’s Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner. Flagship Business, Premium Economy and Main Cabin seating are available on these planes. The 787 is also equipped with Wi-Fi and seatback screens. Complimentary meals are also served during the flights.

The transatlantic flight from Philadelphia to Amsterdam is approximately 7 hours and 40 minutes. The flight departs the United States in the evening and arrives at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in next day during the morning hours. Returning from Europe, the same-day flight between Amsterdam and Philadelphia lasts for about 8 hours and 25 minutes.

At other times of the year when this seasonal route is unavailable, flights are still offered by American. Connecting flights are typically via the airline’s main hub at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport in Texas. There, passengers change aircraft. Codeshare flights are also available with American’s partner British Airways. These options require a plane change at London’s Heathrow Airport.

Connecting flights between Amsterdam and Philadelphia are significantly longer journeys. The trip is generally at least 14 hours and 30 minutes when travelling to Europe. When returning to the United States, flights are between 16 and 18 hours or longer.

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Alternative flights between Philadelphia and Amsterdam

Several airlines offer connecting flights between Amsterdam and Philadelphia. Like connecting flights available with American and its partners, these services require a longer journey time than non-stop flights. Connecting services are typically, at a minimum, just under 12 hours with United Airlines and Delta Air Lines.

Examples of connecting flights with United include options via the airline’s hubs in Chicago O’Hare International Airport or Washington Dulles International Airport. Delta also connects these two cities with flights via its hubs at Atlanta, Boston, Minneapolis-Saint Paul or Detroit.