Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol: MCT

The Minimum Connection Time (MCT) required in a specific airport is essential to know if the route has a connecting flight. It is advisable to look this up before booking a flight ticket. The MCT is also important if the passenger is claiming for compensation for a missed connection. You can see the minimum time required for connections in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol below.

• Between domestic flights: 25 min.
• Between domestic and international flights: 60 min.
• Between international flights: 60 min.

Amsterdam Schiphol terminal

Airport terminals are the sectors or totally separate buildings which enable passengers to travel between ground transportation and the facilities for boarding and disembarking from a plane. It's very important to check the terminal prior to arriving at the airport when you depart or have a transfer to another flight, as the terminals in bigger airports might be a long distance from each other and passengers usually require extra time to get to the right one. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol has 1 Terminal.

Terminal 1 – 3 Departures Halls

How to get from Amsterdam Airport to city centre

When it is the first time visiting a destination, it can be challenging to know the most comfortable way to reach the centre of the city. Public transportation doesn’t always operate straight from the terminals and taxis at the airport are often pricey. We advise reviewing all the possibilities prior to your flight so you can find out what your options are and plan your trip respectively.

Amsterdam Airport train

• Dutch Railways NS
  Direction: Amsterdam CS
  Travel time (approx.): 15 min.

Amsterdam Airport bus

• Line 397 (Amsterdam Airport Express)
  Direction: Amsterdam Bus station Elandsgracht
• Night bus Line N97 (Niteliner)
  Direction: Centraal Station
  Travel time (approx.): 40 min.

Amsterdam Airport taxi

• Pick up point: in front of Schiphol Plaza
  Travel time (approx.): 25 min. to the city centre
  Approximate price: 45 EUR

Where to have a rest in Amsterdam Airport

Sometimes air passengers experience long waiting times between flights, such as overnight layovers or a flight delay until the following day. In such situations, it is good to note the places in the airport where you can have a good rest or spend some time.

Amsterdam Airport lounges

Airport lounges offer passengers the benefit of waiting for their flight in a comfortable environment and provide services - for example food and drinks, WIFI, zones to relax in and showers.

• Privium Lounge
  Location: between Departures Halls 1 and 2, after security
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 05:30 AM - 09:00 PM, Sat-Sun: 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
• Star Alliance Schengen Lounge
  Location: Main Terminal
  Opening hours: 05:30 AM - 09:30 PM, daily

Hotels near Amsterdam Airport

When your next flight takes off the following morning, or the lounges aren’t suitable, the best choice might be a hotel close to the airport. In some cases, hotels are situated in the airport building, however at others you may need to leave the airport vicinity to get to the nearest hotel. We have chosen the most comfortable options for you in case you opt to stay in a hotel between flights.

• YOTELAIR Amsterdam Schiphol Hotel
  Price: from 121 EUR per night
  Address: Vertrekpassage 118, 1118 AS Schiphol, Netherlands
  Contact: +31 20 206 5782
• citizenM Schiphol Airport Hotel
  Price: from 146 EUR per night
  Address: Jan Plezierweg 2, 1118 BB Schiphol, Netherlands
  Contact: +31 20 811 7080

Where to eat in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

The last thing you need when you’re travelling is to feel hungry or thirsty. Whatever you are looking for, whether it’s a snack for the plane, a place for coffee before an early flight, or a spot to relax and sit down during a layover, we have a selection of options to cover your needs.

• Bread!
  Description: white and wholemeal breads, sandwiches, gluten-free meals
  Location: Lounge 3, after security
  Opening hours: 24 hrs., daily
• Burger King
  Description: fast food restaurant
  Location: Lounge 1 after security and Plaza before security
  Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 09:00 PM, daily
• Dutch Kitchen, Bar & Cocktails
  Description: traditional Dutch cuisine
  Location: Holland Boulevard, after security
  Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 08:30 PM, daily

Where to shop in Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) Airport

If you leave your souvenir shopping to the very last minute, or you simply have time to spend before your flight, it's a good idea to visit the airport shops.

To find the best shops for your needs, have a look at the guide below.

• See Buy Fly shop
  Description: Duty Free
  Location: B Pier, F Pier, G Pier, after security
  Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 01:30 AM, daily
• Dutch Food Gifts
  Description: Dutch snacks, cheese, and candies
  Location: Holland Boulevard, after security
  Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 01:30 AM, daily
• Victoria’s Secret
  Description: lingerie and beauty products
  Location: Lounge 3, after security and Plaza, before security
  Opening hours: Lounge 3: 05:00 AM - 01:30 AM, daily; Plaza: 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM, daily

Car hire Amsterdam Airport

Sometimes you must travel by car, or it may be the most enjoyable mode of transport for your trip. To make it easier for you to select the most suitable car rental company for your trip, we have provided a list below.

• Europcar
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 06:30 AM - 11:00 PM, Sat: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  Contact: +31 20 316 4190
• Sixt
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 06:30 AM - 11:00 PM, daily
  Contact: +31 20 405 9090
• Enterprise
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 06:30 AM - 11:00 PM, daily
  Contact: +31 20 740 0951

Other services in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

• Rijksmuseum
  Location: Holland Boulevard, after security
• Airport Library
  Location: Holland Boulevard, after security
  Opening hours: 24 hrs., daily
• Airport Park
  Location: Lounge 1, after security

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