Which airlines fly from Schiphol?

Schiphol is the home of KLM and SkyTeam partners, plus Transavia, easyJet and virtually all major international airlines. That gives it the most direct destinations of any Dutch airport, including long-haul.

How early should I be at Schiphol?

Be there 2 hours before a European flight and 3 hours before an intercontinental flight. During peak holidays the security and passport-control queues can build up considerably.

What does parking cost at Schiphol?

Booking online in advance is much cheaper than on the spot. P3 long-stay with shuttle and private car parks around the airport are the best value; P1/P2 by the terminal are the most expensive.

Is Schiphol more expensive than Eindhoven?

For low-cost city breaks Eindhoven is often cheaper, but for long-haul and many direct connections Schiphol is your best option. Always compare both departure points in the trip planner.

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Flying from Schiphol Airport

Schiphol is by far the largest airport in the Netherlands and one of the best-connected hubs in Europe. From here you fly direct to hundreds of destinations on almost every continent, from a weekend in Barcelona to a long-haul trip to Asia or America.

Direct destinations from Schiphol

Schiphol is the home base of KLM and partner airlines, plus low-cost players like Transavia and easyJet. You fly direct to almost every European capital such as Paris, London, Rome and Barcelona, but also intercontinental to New York, Dubai, Bangkok and Cape Town. For long-haul trips, Schiphol is often your only option with a direct flight from the Netherlands.

Cheapest destinations from Schiphol

For sharp prices look at Transavia and easyJet on European routes; KLM is strong on long-haul but rarely the cheapest. A return to Lisbon, Budapest or Prague can be around 80-120 euro outside peak season. Far destinations are best value when booked 4 to 6 months ahead. Put your destination into the trip planner with Amsterdam (AMS) as departure to see the live price.

When to book for the best price

Book European city breaks 6 to 12 weeks ahead and long-haul 4 to 6 months in advance. On the busy KLM hub, prices swing strongly with demand, so price alerts pay off. More in our guide on when to book flights.

Parking at Schiphol

Schiphol parking is pricey at the barrier; booking online in advance saves a lot. P1/P2 are next to the terminal and most expensive, P3 long-stay with shuttle is cheaper. Cheaper still are the many private car parks with shuttle around the airport. By train you arrive directly at Schiphol Airport station right below the departures hall, from anywhere in the country.

How early should you arrive?

For European flights be there 2 hours before departure, for intercontinental 3 hours. Schiphol is large and during peak holidays the security and passport queues can build up considerably. Allow extra time if you check in luggage or fly outside Schengen.

Hand luggage per airline

KLM is more generous than the low-cost carriers: with KLM a cabin bag plus a small personal item is usually free, while Transavia and easyJet often charge for a trolley. Always check your fare. Exact sizes and weights are in our hand luggage guide.

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