Direct (nonstop) flights from Sal to Amsterdam

1 airline flys nonstop from Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) to Schiphol (AMS). It's 2,880 miles (4,635 km), about 6h 40m in the air. Operated by TUIfly Netherlands.

SID
Amilcar Cabral International Airport
🇨🇻 Sal, Cape Verde
AMS
Schiphol
🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands
Flight Time
6h 40m
Distance
2,880 mi
4,635 km
CO₂/pax
440 kg
−81 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
TUIfly Netherlands
Time Diff
+3h
Operated by TUIfly Netherlands TUIfly Netherlands

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

TUIfly Netherlands OR TUIfly Netherlands
Route
SID → AMS
Flight Time
6h 40m
Distance
2,880 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Sal to Amsterdam with one stop · direct emits 440 kg CO₂ per passenger

SID CMN (Casablanca) AMS
Leg 1: 3h 15m (1,492 mi) Leg 2: 3h 30m (1,445 mi) Total: ~6h 45m 🍃 521 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SID → CMN
3h 15m · 1,492 mi
View SID to CMN flights →
Leg 2
CMN → AMS
3h 30m · 1,445 mi
View CMN to AMS flights →
SID NTE (Nantes) AMS
Leg 1: 5h 10m (2,425 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (455 mi) Total: ~6h 45m 🍃 519 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SID → NTE
5h 10m · 2,425 mi
View SID to NTE flights →
Leg 2
NTE → AMS
1h 35m · 455 mi
View NTE to AMS flights →
SID AGA (Agadir) AMS
Leg 1: 2h 55m (1,267 mi) Leg 2: 3h 55m (1,680 mi) Total: ~6h 50m 🍃 523 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SID → AGA
2h 55m · 1,267 mi
View SID to AGA flights →
Leg 2
AGA → AMS
3h 55m · 1,680 mi
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SID BOD (Bordeaux) AMS
Leg 1: 5h (2,327 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (574 mi) Total: ~6h 50m 🍃 524 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SID → BOD
5h · 2,327 mi
View SID to BOD flights →
Leg 2
BOD → AMS
1h 50m · 574 mi
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SID LPA (Las Palmas) AMS
Leg 1: 2h 10m (909 mi) Leg 2: 4h 40m (1,977 mi) Total: ~6h 50m 🍃 527 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SID → LPA
2h 10m · 909 mi
View SID to LPA flights →
Leg 2
LPA → AMS
4h 40m · 1,977 mi
View LPA to AMS flights →

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AMS → SID: Flights from Amsterdam to Sal

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sal to Amsterdam?

A nonstop flight from Sal (SID) to Amsterdam (AMS) takes approximately 6 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 2,880 miles (4,635 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sal to Amsterdam?

Just TUIfly Netherlands.

Is there a nonstop flight from Sal to Amsterdam?

Yes. 1 airline: TUIfly Netherlands.

How far is Sal from Amsterdam?

The flight distance from Sal to Amsterdam is 2,880 miles (4,635 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What is the time difference between Sal and Amsterdam?

Amsterdam is 3 hours ahead of Sal. (Atlantic/Cape_Verde vs Europe/Amsterdam.)

What type of aircraft flies from Sal to Amsterdam?

At 6h 40m, this route typically uses wide-body aircraft — Boeing 777, 787, or Airbus A330/A350. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Cape Verde to Netherlands?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Netherlands embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Sal to Amsterdam?

Roughly 440 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 2,200 km.

Is the return flight from Amsterdam to Sal also nonstop?

Check the AMS to SID route page for return options.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sal to Amsterdam?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Amilcar Cabral International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.