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King Richard III Visitor Centre
Modern museum telling the story of Richard III through archaeology, history and the king’s Leicester burial site.
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Amsterdam to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Leicester will cost around £131 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £80.
On Tue 03 Nov, we found 4 flights from Amsterdam to Leicester, including 4 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 408 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Flights from Amsterdam to Leicester depart on average 94 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £18 by train.
There are 34 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 01:45, the last at 23:10. The fastest flight covers the 408 km distance in 1h 0m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 408 km |
Average flight duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Flights per day 94 |
Direct flights 34 |
Fastest flight 1h 0m |
First flight 1:45 |
Last flight 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Amsterdam to Leicester.
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Leicester flights for today, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:50 Amsterdam | 1h00 | 14:50 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:35 Amsterdam | 1h00 | 18:35 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 3 November | |||||
![]() | 6:30 Amsterdam | 1h15 | 7:45 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:15 Amsterdam | 1h10 | 9:25 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Modern museum telling the story of Richard III through archaeology, history and the king’s Leicester burial site.
Leicester’s main art and history museum, with dinosaur galleries, fine art and displays on the city’s people and past.
Museum beside Roman remains, exploring local archaeology from Roman Leicester to later city history in a compact setting.
Lively regenerated waterside with bars, boats, public art and an easy walk linking the city centre to the canal heritage area.
Large central park with formal gardens, broad lawns and space to relax near the university and city centre.
Attractive green space around abbey ruins and the River Soar, good for walks, wildlife and traces of medieval Leicester.
Red Leicester is a crumbly orange cow’s milk cheese from Leicestershire, long linked to the county and traditionally coloured with annatto for its rich hue.
Melton Mowbray pork pie is a hand-raised pie from Leicestershire with seasoned chopped pork and a distinctive free-form crust, traditionally eaten cold.
Stilton is a famous English blue cheese historically traded through Leicestershire, prized for its creamy texture and strong savoury flavour on local cheeseboards.
Popular Indian restaurant on the Golden Mile known for rich curries, tandoori dishes and a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.
Stylish modern British restaurant and bar in St Martins Square, known for seasonal plates, cocktails and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Long-running vegetarian Gujarati restaurant serving thalis, snacks and sweets in a simple, busy setting loved by local families.
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, often just small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Leicester by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam to Leicester flights use the Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to airport pair. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Leicester airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
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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