Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Flights (AMS)

Amsterdam Airport flight schedule

Amsterdam Airport is quite busy as there is only 1 major terminal, which serves over 100 different airlines. Particularly busy periods are the holiday season and festivals, so keep an eye on your flight status at Schiphol. Sometimes flights are delayed or rescheduled for some reason (such as bad weather, technical problems, delays of other flights) and travellers find out about it too late. Therefore, for passengers' convenience, we prepared the widget below where you will easily find your Schiphol flight status and main info about its arrival or departure.

Schiphol arrivals

For those people arriving from Amsterdam, there are plenty of facilities at the airport to enhance their experience. For example, travellers who need to get to their destination point can take a shuttle or a taxi, hire a car or take local transport.

Note, that you can get more information by going to Amsterdam Airport Arrivals. There you will find interesting and useful details about the I Amsterdam card, airport facilities and where to eat or collect your luggage.

Schiphol departures

Our Schiphol Airport Departures section provides passengers with detailed data about departing flights from AMS Airport. Here, you can find up-to-date information on flight check-in options, recommendations for carry-on baggage, where to find self-service kiosks, as well as a list of prohibited and restricted items for airport security.

Schiphol Airport (AMS) flight alerts

Amsterdam Airport is the busiest airport in the Netherlands, which means that it can get very crowded, especially during peak travel seasons. Therefore, experienced travellers recommend checking your flight details well in advance of your scheduled departure time to avoid any potential problems.

For your convenience, you can check on Schiphol cancelled flights, the smallest changes, the current baggage claim situation, and more with us. Just fill in your electronic mail and flight details in the widget below and you will receive all necessary details to your email.

Flight tracker: Schiphol

Aside from the widget above, there are some other options to consider to track your current flight.

For those people who want to get Schiphol flight information for future travel, or those who are already a regular Amsterdam passenger, they can download the official Schiphol app. There are alerts for the smallest changes, as well as other features that allow you to get to know Amsterdam Airport better.

You can also use Schiphol flight tracking tool and get real-time information about your flight.

Amsterdam flight delays information

According to statistics, about 80%, i.e. one in five passengers, suffer from Amsterdam flight delays today. The airlines are affected too, because significant delays result in passengers legitimately claiming compensation.

Some flights at Schiphol get delays because of bad weather conditions or technical reasons. These storms make it difficult for the aircraft to take off and make it unsafe for passengers. In addition, when there is the risk of lightning strikes, airport staff cannot work outside. The airport management worries about the safety of travellers and staff, so flights are usually rescheduled.

Amsterdam flight COVID rules

If you desire to travel within the European Union, you must present a certificate of vaccination, a certificate that you have been infected, or a PCR test negative for COVID-19. People residing in the Netherlands can use the CoronaCheck program and present all of their relevant results through it. Note, that a certificate is no longer necessary for attending local events.

Given the present circumstances in the Netherlands, when you take a flight to Amsterdam, you`ll notice that COVID restrictions were corrected (and they don't even apply the EU entry ban anymore). This means that starting from 17 September 2022, there are currently no restrictions for EU or non-EU/ Schengen travellers (with the exception of China).

Travellers from China who are over 11 years old and who are travelling to the Netherlands are welcome but the personnel advises them to take pre-flight COVID testing in Amsterdam (but it is not relevant for those transiting or relocating to China).

Regardless, doctors still recommend taking precautions and carrying a COVID-19 certificate in order to avoid any potential issues in the future.

Schiphol cargo flights

Schiphol is the third largest cargo gateway in Europe. It serves 98 countries, connects the world with 316 direct arrival points, and serves 120 airlines. For 2020, according to official statistics, 227,304 AMS flights were made at Schiphol, of which 23,782 were cargo flights.

Schiphol Airport consists of:

• Five main runways
• Plenty of parking space for huge cargo aircraft
• 400,000 m2 of cargo storage areas, 60% of which are accessible from the air.
• Cattle processing centres
• Large temperature-controlled cargo handling areas
• Management system for public cargo, based on Cargonaut
• Selection of five cargo handling agents
• Consistent RFS flights to and from all European air cargo centres.

Schiphol Airport waiting times

The average waiting time in Schiphol is around 45-60 minutes, but please note that this depends on the situation at the airport. Yet, in fact, Schiphol's current waiting time is 2-3 hours. On Sundays, Amsterdam Airport reaches peak traffic as departing and returning passengers overlap.

Considering these trends, it is recommended that you arrive 4 hours before your flight departs to avoid any further difficulties. But don't arrive too early so that you don't have to wait for the check-in counter to open.

As Schiphol tries to make travellers' stay at the airport comfortable, it offers you The Wait Times API. It is a forecasted wait time that calculates the waiting time individually for the situation at the airport and the flight. You can find the calculated times on screens at security checkpoints, in the app, or on the website. With the Wait Times API, passengers can manage their time more conveniently, reducing the stress of waiting for their flight and giving them the opportunity to relax at the airport.

How long is Schiphol security waiting time?

Airport security works in accordance with regulations and the staff must check your luggage before your flight from AMS. There are some restrictions on carry-on luggage, so remove any sharp objects (scissors, knives, etc.) before you pack your bags on board. Upon arrival at the airport, leave 40 minutes (for Schengen travel) for security procedures. Bring your boarding pass and ID for screening.

What is the time to get through customs at Schiphol?

Passing through passport control, customs, and the baggage area takes around 60 minutes, depending on the traffic at the airport, the checkpoints open, and the gates location. Note, that if you drop off your luggage to collect it afterwards, it will take a couple of extra minutes.

How long does passport control take at Schiphol?

Most passengers have to go through airport passport control, except those travelling to or from Schengen countries. But in all cases, you must have your identity card.

Passing through passport control, customs areas, and collecting luggage can take approximately 1 hour. When going through passport control, make sure to have your passport and any necessary travel documents readily available, remove any hats or sunglasses, and prepare yourself to answer any questions the officer may have.

FAQ about Schiphol Flights at Amsterdam Airport (AMS)

Is Amsterdam Airport busy?

Currently, Amsterdam Airport is experiencing high levels of traffic as a result of a shortage of staff. Because of this and the problems with filling in at security checkpoints in Departure Lounges 1 and 3, there are very long queues.This airport is very busy, so you should prepare in advance to avoid difficulties.

Schiphol and its partner airlines try their best to please their passengers. According to the airport's recommendations, you should arrive at the airport in 2 hours for a European departure and 3 hours for an intercontinental departure.

For additional info,you can check the flight status at Schiphol on the special widget above to be informed if your flight has been rescheduled.

Where is the baggage claim in Amsterdam Airport?

Luggage destined for Amsterdam is taken from the aircraft to the luggage compartments and then loaded onto special belts. Please note which luggage belt belongs to your flight and wait for your items there. It takes approximately 25-40 minutes after arrival at Schiphol for your luggage to be delivered.

Where is Lost and Found at Schiphol Airport?

You can find the lost and found at the following locations:

• In front of the security office:

Location: Gate 1 (lost property office)

Office hours: 6:00 - 20:00

Location: Kelderplein (lost property office)

Office hours: 8:00 - 20:00

• After security:

Location: Holland Blvd (lost property office)

Office hours: 6:00 - 20:00