Weekend getaways from Amsterdam

If you're flying out of Amsterdam this weekend, you have 47 destinations to choose from — spread across 19 countries and all within a 3-hour flight. The current price leader is Dublin at €33. Manchester is another strong option at €57. All fares refresh continuously; the booking link always shows the live price.

Best weekend getaways from Amsterdam right now

Looking for a quick weekend escape from Amsterdam? These destinations combine short flight times, current low fares, and enough flexibility for a two- or three-day trip. The cheapest option in this list is Dublin from €33.

Dublin
Ireland - 1h 40m - Direct
from €33
Manchester
United Kingdom - 2h 45m - 1 stop
from €57
Glasgow
United Kingdom - 2h 40m - 1 stop
from €61
Brindisi
Italy - 2h 55m - Direct
from €62
London
United Kingdom - 3h - 1 stop
from €65

Why these destinations?

- Short flight time from the origin airport
- Low current fares compared with nearby destinations
- Practical for a 2-3 day city break or short escape

Prices refresh every 48-72 hours.

Cheapest destinations from Amsterdam

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Weekend getaways from other cities

Frequently asked questions

What's a good weekend trip from Amsterdam?

Right now the cheapest weekend-ready fare from Amsterdam is €33 to Dublin, about 2 hours each way. That leaves plenty of time for two full days at your destination even on a Friday-to-Sunday schedule. See the full list above for all 47 options under 3 hours, covering 19 countries.

How many direct flights from Amsterdam work for a weekend?

27 of the short-haul destinations from Amsterdam currently have direct fares available. Direct is almost always the right call for a 2-night break — you land fresher, skip the connection stress, and save time on both ends of the trip. If a direct option is even €20 more than a connecting flight, it's usually worth it for a trip this short.

When should I book a weekend flight from Amsterdam?

4-6 weeks ahead usually gets you the best combination of price and seat availability. Friday-evening departures and Sunday-evening returns are the most popular, so they cost more — Saturday-morning outbound and Monday-morning return is often 20-30% cheaper for the same destination. Last-minute deals do appear (within 14 days), but you're at the mercy of what's left.

What counts as "short-haul" from Amsterdam?

We filter to flights under 3 hours one-way. That threshold is based on a practical test: a 3-hour flight allows you to leave Amsterdam on a Friday evening after work and arrive in time for dinner at your destination — leaving the full Saturday and Sunday free. Flights longer than 3 hours start to eat meaningfully into a 2-night break.