Hubs
Major
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Hub Overview
Passengers
61.7M
Destinations
332
Connectivity
88/100
Transit
excellent
Hub Airlines
KL
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
primary
Alliance Presence
SkyTeam
Terminal & Lounges
Terminal Overview
Schiphol has one terminal with three departure halls (1, 2, 3) and piers B through M. All areas are connected airside.
Lounge Highlights
The KLM Crown Lounge 52 in the non-Schengen area features a panoramic runway view, Dutch gin bar, and hot meals.
Transit Tips
- Schiphol is a single-terminal airport; all gates are accessible airside without changing terminals.
- KLM and SkyTeam partners use the D, E, and F piers; low-cost carriers are in the B and C piers.
- Schengen and non-Schengen areas require passport control to cross; plan accordingly.
- The Rijksmuseum annex in Holland Boulevard (past security) is free to visit.
- The airport has a meditation center and library airside for quiet relaxation.
Ground Transport
The train station is directly below the terminal, with NS Intercity trains reaching Amsterdam Centraal in 15 minutes for EUR 4.70.
Fun Facts
- Schiphol lies 3 meters below sea level, making it one of the lowest-altitude major airports.
- The airport has been operating since 1916 as a military airbase and became civilian in 1920.
- It is the only major airport in the world with a branch of a national museum.