Exeter to Amsterdam Flights

Travelling from Exeter to Amsterdam is a breeze when you use ebookers to find cheap flights from Exeter and help plan your trip. Amsterdam is one of Europe's top financial centres and a hub for tourism. Visitors find lots to do in this progressive city that is colloquially known as the Venice of the North, because of its lovely canal system.

Departing from Exeter

Flying out of Exeter in Devon requires a trip to Exeter International Airport, located 4 miles east of the city. The airport is the hub of Flybe airline, which offers daily service to Amsterdam. There are a number of convenient ground transportation options to get to the airport. A bus is available every 20 minutes at a cost of £3 per adult. The airport does not have a train station, but you can combine a train ride with a short bus ride to get from the nearest station to the airport. Taxis cost between £10 and £20, depending on your starting point.

If you decide to drive yourself to the airport, long-term parking is available at multiple lots. The cost ranges from £8 to £17 per day, depending on how close the lot is to the terminal. The airport allows you to book parking in advance at a reduced cost.

Exeter International Airport has a restaurant, cafe and bar on the departures side. The cafe serves coffee, salads and sandwiches for a quick bite to eat while waiting for a flight. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Arriving in Amsterdam

Amsterdam is the lovely capital city of the Netherlands, located in the province of North Holland. The city is one of the most significant financial centres of Europe and the home of the Amsterdam Stock Exchange, the oldest exchange in the world. Amsterdam has the history and culture to attract tourists from around the world, but the city may be best known for its liberal stance on prostitution and the use of marijuana, making it popular with the international party crowd.

Enjoying the Amsterdam Area

Visitors to Amsterdam arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, located approximately 9 miles southwest of the city centre. Mass transit options for getting from the airport to the downtown area include direct train service to Amsterdam Central Station for €3.70 per adult. The train ride takes approximately 20 minutes. If you are Travelling light, bus services is an option. A 30-minute ride on the public bus from the airport to central Amsterdam costs €2.38. Taking a metered taxi from the airport is not recommended because of the high cost that can occur unexpectedly if the taxi hits traffic. A taxi ride can cost between €40 to €50 or more, depending on traffic and the time of day.

Tourism is a year-round industry in Amsterdam, but the winter months may be too cold for some travellers. The coldest months of January and February experience lows around -1°C and highs around 5°C, with only eight hours of sunlight. High temperatures in the warmest months of July and August hover around 22°C. Springtime is a popular time to travel to Amsterdam to see the blooming of the city's famous tulip fields.

Amsterdam has something for everyone to enjoy. Architecture buffs can study more than 7,000 historic buildings in the city. Anyone with a love of art and culture shouldn't miss the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum. The botanical gardens of the Hortus Botanicus in Vondelpark are popular with tourists, and the Red Light District is the destination of choice for revellers. You can take one of the popular canal cruises for a relaxing trip through the city.

No-Hassle Travel from Exeter to Amsterdam

Take a break from the bustle of historic Exeter with a trip to the lovely and liberal city of Amsterdam. Ebookers can help you find cheap flights from Exeter and book an air ticket to Amsterdam that meets your travel needs. The website also specializes in helping you find discount car rental and deals on area attractions.