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Amsterdam to Heathrow Flight - arrive how early?

My husband and I will be flying from AMS to London Heathrow. Our flight is at 7pm on a Saturday in late October. How early do we need to be there? I just want to know how much time we can allow for sightseeing that day. Thank you!

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At 7pm Schipol airport isn't very busy. Thus, the various lines you may need to wait in will be very short. I would get to the terminal about 90 minutes before your flight departs. If your airline allows you to check-in for your flight via it's website, that will be one less line you will have to wait in, and you may be able get to the airport 1 hour before your flight leaves. But, keep in mind that the discount airlines are very strict about when you need to check-in and be present at the gates. So don't cut it too short.