AMS to LIN Turbulence Forecast
Is the Amsterdam to Milan flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.
Amsterdam · Milan · 1h 55m
⚠️ Light turbulence today
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Typical turbulence along the route
Historical average pattern for AMS–LIN
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About the AMS–LIN route
The Amsterdam to Milan route is a short European hop covering just 645 miles — one of the smoothest types of flights available. At cruising altitude of around 35,000 feet, the aircraft rarely encounters significant turbulence. Rough weather in northern Europe during winter can occasionally cause bumps during climb or descent.
The route is served by KLM, Transavia on Embraer 190 · Airbus A320 aircraft,
with flights typically cruising at 35,000 feet over a distance of 645 miles (561 nautical miles).
💡 Tip: Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent.
Turbulence levels on AMS–LIN
What to expect at each phase of the flight
SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible
Best time to fly AMS–LIN
Turbulence by month
Best seat on AMS–LIN
Embraer 190 (100 seats)
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.
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Passenger Reports
There was some noticeable movement on descent that made me grip the armrest. My seatmate (clearly a regular) didn't even look up from their book. Perspective.
First-time flyer · January
Kids barely noticed the turbulence — just some mild bumps over the Alps. Seatbelt sign was on and off a couple times. Nothing dramatic.
Parent traveling with kids · October
Flew Amsterdam–Milan in January, had some light turbulence in the middle portion of the flight. Brief and nothing concerning. This route is usually fine.
Business traveler · January
Frequently asked questions
Is the Amsterdam to Milan flight turbulent?
The AMS–LIN route typically experiences light turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected. The turbulence score for this route is 16/100.
When is turbulence worst on AMS to LIN?
Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on AMS to LIN?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Embraer 190 (100 seats) (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 8–14. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from AMS to LIN?
The AMS to LIN flight takes approximately 1h 55m, covering 645 miles (561 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly AMS to LIN?
The main airlines operating this route are KLM, Transavia, flying Embraer 190 · Airbus A320 aircraft.
Data Sources
- PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
- SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
- EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
- Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route
Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data
