Your Complete Guide to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Terminal Services

The Schiphol Airport, which is also referred to as Amsterdam International Airport, is the principal airport situated in the city of Amsterdam and the Netherlands in general. This is one of the largest and busiest international airports a traveler will visit. Situated in Haarlermeer, Schiphol is about 21 km – or 13 miles – away from the city center of Amsterdam.

To be precise, the recognition of the COVID-19 virus strongly impacted Schiphol Airport. In 2020, only 29 million people used the airport for traffic. But, according to the passenger traffic for the year 2022, it went up to more than 53. 5 million people, and it serves, is connected to 313 destinations all around the world. But still, it has not yet achieved the passenger traffic it had before the shutdown caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.

The Layout of Schiphol (the Amsterdam) Airport Terminal

Schiphol Airport is accommodated with only one terminal building, however, this building consists of 3 departure halls. These halls are sometimes known as terminals but these are not terminals, these 3 departure halls are all connected. The terminal is split into two areas: Schengen- designating countries within Europe and non-Schengen- referring to the countries outside Europe.

Schiphol facilities include the following: 123 boarding gates, 6 runways, and can accommodate huge airplanes such as the Airbus A380.

Schiphol (the Amsterdam) Airport Terminal Map

Schiphol Airport has three departure halls within its single terminal building, each divided into piers:

Departure Hall 1 at Amsterdam Airport 

  • Pier B: 14 Gates
  • Pier C: 21 Gates
  • Pier D: Shared with Departure Hall
  • Gates D1-D57: Non-Schengen Flights (First Level)
  • Gates D59-D87: Schengen Flights (Upper Level)

Departure Hall 2 at Schiphol (the Amsterdam) Airport

  • Pier D: Shared with Departure Hall 1
  • Pier E: 14 Gates
  • Primarily serves Skyteam airlines (e.g., Delta, KLM)
  • Gates D1-D57: Non-Schengen Flights (First Level)
  • Non-Schengen Flights

Departure Hall 3 at Amsterdam Airport 

  • Pier F: 8 Gates
  • Mainly for Skyteam alliance airlines (e.g., KLM, Kenya Airways)
  • Non-Schengen Flights
  • Pier G: 13 Gates

Non-Schengen Flights

  • Piers H/M: Shared Concourse for Low-Cost Flights
  • Pier H: Non-Schengen Flights
  • Pier M: Schengen Flights

Note: Piers H and M are not connected to other airport areas airside.

Additional Information About Amsterdam Airport

  • Schiphol has 223 boarding gates and 6 runways.
  • It can accommodate large aircraft like the Airbus A380 at Gates G9, E18, and E24.

Note: The terminal and all its piers are interconnected airside, except for Piers H and M, which are separate once you pass security.

 

Parking Facilities at Amsterdam Airport

Amsterdam (Schiphol) Airport offers a variety of parking options to meet passengers' needs:

Short-Term Parking

Car Park P1: It is more suited for short-term stay, and has in total, a parking lot of 3,900 spaces. It is more suited for short-term stays and has a total of 3,900 parking spaces. Its location is advantageous, making it easily accessible in emergency cases or for quick tasks close to the terminal.

Long-Term Parking

Car Park P3: Larger and has facilities for more than 15,000 parking spaces for use mostly by long-term parking customers. It has features that allow it to be used for both indoor and outdoor parking.

Valet Parking

Valet Parking: Valet Parking services are available for travelers seeking the most convenient parking option. This service allows passengers to drop off their vehicle at a designated area and have it parked for them.

Such parking facilities make sure that the passengers get adequate and appropriate parking services for the Schiphol Airport and the duration of the trip that is either short-term or long-term in nature.

Amsterdam Airport Transportation Airport

There are several transit options available for travelers arriving at Amsterdam Airport (AMS) who want to reach the city center:

  • Airport Taxi: A perfect means of getting a straight-through transfer to one’s destination within the city of Amsterdam.
  • Car Rental: It allows one to manage their schedule freely, enabling them to explore the city and its surroundings.
  • Airport Bus 397: This is a special direct bus service that links the airport with different areas within the city of Amsterdam hence making it easy and cheaper.
  • Train Ride: Half an hour travel time, the train offers easy access from the airport to Amsterdam Central Station and other popular destinations

Amsterdam (AMS) Airport Lounges

  • Aspire Lounge 41 (Non-Schengen): Access the lounge with an online booking
  • Aspire Lounge 26 (Schengen): Access the lounge with an online booking
  • KLM Crown Lounge (Intercontinental, Lounge 52): Standard/Flex ticket holders, Flying Blue Platinum/Gold members, SkyTeam Elite Plus (with 1 guest), and Flying Blue Ultimate (with up to 8 companions) can access the Lounge.
  • KLM Crown Lounge (Schengen, Lounge 25): Standard/Flex ticket holders, Flying Blue Platinum/Gold members, SkyTeam Elite Plus (with 1 guest), and Flying Blue Ultimate (with up to 8 companions) can access the Lounge.
  • Oneworld Lounge Amsterdam (Non-Schengen): A membership card with Oneworld Emerald or Sapphire tier status
  • Star Alliance Lounge (Schengen): Available for all Star Alliance Gold members
  • Privium ClubLounge Departures: Need membership to access
  • Privium ClubLounge West (Non-Schengen): Need membership to access
  • Privium ExpressLounge (Schengen): Need membership to access

These lounges are available for passengers that would be traveling either within the Schengen zone or to different countries, with services provided including comfortable seats, light meals/drinks, wireless connection to the internet, and in some cases, shower services.

Hotels at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

Hotel Location
YOTELAIR Amsterdam Schiphol Terminal After security
Mercure Hotel Schiphol Terminal After security
Bastion Amsterdam Airport Before security
Holiday Inn Express Airport Before security
Best Western Amsterdam Airport Before security
Ibis Amsterdam Airpor Before security
Hyatt Place Amsterdam Airport Before security
Radisson BLU Amsterdam Airport  Before security
Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Before security
Park Inn by Radisson Amsterdam Airport Before security
Courtyard by Marriott Before security
Steigenberger Airport Hotel Before security
CitizenM Schiphol Airport Before security
Ramada Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Before security
NH Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Before security
ibis Styles Amsterdam Airport Before security
Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Airport Before security
Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel Before security
Hampton by Hilton Schiphol Before security
Novotel Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Before security

These hotels offer convenient accommodations for travelers flying in or out of Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, with various amenities and proximity to the terminal.

Eating at Amsterdam Airport

Some restaurants are located before security control and some of them are located after the control check you can check the restaurants where located in the chart below

Lists of the Restaurants Before Security Control:

Restaurant Location Time
Bubble Tea Before security 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
Burger King Before security 24 hours
Café Rembrandt Before security 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
Crossroads Before security 7:30 am to 9:00 pm
De Koffiesalon Before security 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Douwe Egberts Coffee Bar Before security 5:00 am to 10:00 pm
FEBO Before security 7:00 am to 10:00 pm
Grand Café Plaza Before security 6:30 am to 9:00 pm
Health Food Wall Before security 24 hours
Hello Goodbye Bar Before security 7:00 am to 10:00 pm
HEMA Food Before security 6:30 am to 8:00 pm
La Place Before security 8:00 am to 9:00 pm
La Place Express Before security 24 hours
Leon Before security 7:00 am to 2:00 pm
Panorama Restaurant Before security 9:00 am to 5:00 pm,
weekends from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Per Tutti! Before security 8:00 am to 10:00 pm
STACH Before security 7:00 am to 10:00 pm
Starbucks Before security  Schiphol Plaza (24 hours) / Arrivals 1 (8:00 am to 9:30 pm) / Arrivals 4 (7:00 am to 9:30 pm)
Toko to go Before security 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Urban Beans Before security Arrivals 3 (7:00 am to 3:00 pm) / Departures 3 (7:00 am to 10:00 pm)

Lists of the Restaurants After Security Control:

Restaurant Location Time
Amsterdam Bread Company After the security control 24 hours
Bread! After the security control 24 hours
Bubbles Seafood & Wine Bar After the security control 6:30 am to 9:00 pm
Burger King After the security control 7:00 am to 9:00 pm
Café Comunal After the security control 6:00 am to 9:00 pm
Dammer's Tap Pier B, After the security control 6:00 am to 9:00 pm
Dutch Kitchen, Bar & Cocktails After the security control 6:00 am to 8:00 pm
East Bar & Bites After the security control 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
Fair Taste Café Pier B, After the security control 4:00 am to 9:00 pm
Harvest Market Pier D, After the security control 24 hours
Heineken Bar After the security control 6:30 am to 9:00 pm
Jamie's Deli After the security control 7:30 am to 9:30 pm
Joe & The Juice After the security control 6:00 am to 4:00 pm
Kebaya After the security control 7:00 am to 9:00 pm
Kiosk B29 Pier B, After the security control 6:00 am to 9:00 pm
Kiosk D27 Pier D, After the security control 6:00 am to 9:00 pm
Kiosko Comunal Pier C, After the security control 5:00 am to 8:00 pm
La Place After the security control 2:00 am to 9:00 pm
Leon After the security control 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Light Lounge Café After the security control 5:00 am to 1:30 am
McDonald’s After the security control 5:00 am to 10:00 pm
Moods Eatery & Bar Pier F, After the security control 7:00 am to 2:00 pm
Murphy's Irish Pub Pier D, After the security control 6:30 am to 9:00 pm
Pana Bar Pier G, After the security control 6:30 am to 9:00 pm
Park Café After the security control 24 hours
Segafredo Espresso Bar Pier D, After the security control 6:00 am to 2:00 pm
Silverscreen Bar Pier E, After the security control 7:00 am to 9:00 pm
STACH After the security control 5:00 am to 9:30 pm
Starbucks After the security control Lounge 1 (24 hours) / Lounge 2 (6:00 am to 9:00 pm) / Lounge 3 (6:30 am to 9:00 pm) / Pier D (6:30 am to 9:00 pm)
Street Food Marke After the security control 7:00 am to 9:00 pm
Tastes from the Lowlands After the security control 7:00 am to 9:30 pm
The Med After the security control 24 hours
The Sandwich Bar After the security control 10:00 am to 9:00 pm
The Upper Floor Bar After the security control 6:00 am to 9:00 pm
Two Tigers After the security control 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
Unit 10 After the security control 6:30 am to 9:00 pm
Urban Beans Pier D; After the security control 6:00 am to 9:00 pm
Urban Food Market After the security control 5:00 am to 1:30 am

Free Wi-Fi at Amsterdam (AMS) Airport

Use the free Wi-Fi at Schiphol Airport to easily access the internet within the airport.

You can get free wifi for four hours by Selecting ‘Airport_Free_Wifi’ in the phone setting. If you need more time, you just log in again for more free internet.

Whether you are replying to an email, composing a brand new e-mail, or simply browsing the Internet, our WiFi ensures that you remain connected throughout your stay at the airport.

Amsterdam Airport Contact information

  • Official Name: Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
  • Address: Evert v/d Beekstraat 202, 1118 CP Schiphol, Nederlands
  • Phone Number: 09000141 / +31207940800

Shopping at Amsterdam (AMS) Airport

You can shop at Amsterdam Airport's duty-free stores, which are available both before and after the security checkpoint. You can easily check which stores are located before security and which ones are after from the charts below.

Shops Before the Security Control at the Amsterdam Schiphol Airport:

Shop Products Location Time
Airport Telecom Shop Phones, accessories, SIM cards Before the Security Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, Saturdays and Sundays from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm
Albert Heijn Supermarket Before the Security 5:00 am to 0:00 am
Aviflora Flowers Before the Security 6:30 am to 9:30 pm
Bloem Flowers Before the Security Arrivals 4 (9:00 am to 6:00 pm) / Schiphol Plaza (8:00 am to 5:00 pm)
Bruna Reading and writing Before the Security 6:00 am to 10:00 pm
Capi Electronics Electronics Before security 7:00 am to 10:00 pm
Coco & Sebas Chocolates Before security 7:00 am to 10:00 pm
En Vogue Hairdressing Before security Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm, Saturdays from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Etos Pharmacy Before security 7:00 am to 8:00 pm
Gate 24/7 Self-service Before security 24 hours
G-Star Raw Casual clothing Before security 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
HEMA Fashion and accessories Before security 7:00 am to 10:00 pm
Hunkemöller Lingerie, swimwear Before security 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Jamin / Multivlaai Sweets Before security 7:00 am to 7:00 pm
KIKO Milano Cosmetics and personal care Before security 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
Memories & More Gifts Before security 7:00 am to 10:00 pm
New Rebels Travel items Before security 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Old Amsterdam Cheeses Before security 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Outdoor & Travel by Paolo Salotto Travel accessories Before security 7:00 am to 7:00 pm
Planes@Plaza Toys Before security 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Rituals Cosmetics Before security 7:00 am to 10:00 pm
Service Point Accessories Before security 7:00 am to 10:00 pm
UP TO DO GOOD Art Before security 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Shops After the Security Control at the Amsterdam Schiphol Airport:

Shop Products Location Time
Balenciaga Fashion After the security control 7:00 am to 7:00 pm
Books & Magazines Press After the security control Holland Boulevard / Lounge 2 / Lounge 3 / Lounge 4 / Piers B and G (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
Bottega Veneta Leather accessories After the security control 5:00 am to 1:30 am
Burberry Fashion After the security control 5:00 am to 1:30 am
Bvlgari Jewellery After the security control 6:00 am to 9:00 pm
Chocolates Chocolates, Liquor & Tobacco After the security control Lounge 1 (4:00 am to 9:30 pm) / Lounge 2 (5:00 am to 10:00 pm) / Lounge 3 (5:00 am to 9:30 pm) / Lounge 4 (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
Drugstore Travel items After the security control 5:00 am to 1:30 am
Dutch Discoveries - Regional products Regional products Piers D, F, and G, After the security control 7:30 am to 9:00 pm
Dutch Food Gifts Regional products After the security control Holland Boulevard (5:00 am to 1:30 am) / Pier B (7:30 am to 4:00 pm)
Electronics Electronics After the security control 7:00 am to 9:00 pm
ExQuisite Beverages and cigars After the security control 6:00 am to 9:30 pm
Fashion & Travel Clothing and accessories After the security control 5:00 am to 1:30 am
Fine Food Delicatessen After the security control Lounge 2 (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
GASSAN Diamonds Jewellery After the security control 6:00 am to 9:00 pm
GASSAN Trends Jewellery After the security control 6:00 am to 8:00 pm
GASSAN Watches & Jewellery Jewellery After the security control 6:00 am to 9:00 pm
Grab & Fly Snacks Piers C, D, E, and F, After the security control 6:30 am to 9:00 pm
Gucci Fashion After the security control 5:30 am to 9:30 pm
Hermès Fashion After the security control 5:00 am to 1:30 am
House of Tulips Flowers After the security control 5:00 am to 1:30 am
I Amsterdam Souvenirs After the security control 6:00 am to 8:00 pm
Montblanc Watches, leather goods, accessories After the security control 6:00 am to 8:00 pm
NL+ Souvenir & Sports Sports souvenirs After the security control 5:00 am to 1:30 am
Omega Watches After the security control 6:00 am to 9:00 pm
Perfumes & Cosmetics Cosmetics After the security control 5:00 am to 1:30 am
Rituals Cosmetics After the security control 7:00 am to 8:00 pm
Rolex Watches After the security control 6:00 am to 9:00 pm
Say Cheese Cheeses After the security control 5:00 am to 1:30 am
Schiphol Shop Duty-Free Pier F, After the security control 6:00 am to 9:30 pm
Sunglas Sunglasses Pier B, After the security control 5:00 am to 1:30 am
The Fashion Gallery Fashion After the security control 5:00 am to 1:30 am
The Museum Shop Antique product After the security control 5:00 am to 1:30 am)
Tony's Chocolonely Chocolates After the security control 6:00 am to 9:30 pm
Books & Electronics Travel Books & Electronics After the security control 5:00 am to 1:30 am
V!zz!t Duty-Free Piers C, D, E, F, and G, After the security control 6:00 am to 9:30 pm
Victoria's Secret Lingerie After the security control Schiphol Plaza (7:00 am to 10:00 pm) / Lounge 3 (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
We Love Amsterdam Souvenirs After the security control 4:00 am to 9:30 pm
We Love Holland Souvenirs After the security control 5:00 am to 1:30 am)
WHSmith Convenience store Piers D and F, After the security control 5:00 am to 1:30 am

Currency Exchange at Schiphol Airport

GWK Travelex offers convenient currency exchange services at various locations throughout Amsterdam Airport Schiphol:

  • Travelex Lounge 3: Open: Mon-Sun, 06:00 - 21:00 | Location: Near gate E | Accessible: On your way to gates D1-D57, E, F, G, and H
  • Travelex Lounge 2: Open: Mon-Sun, 06:00 - 22:00 | Location: Near gate F | Accessible: On your way to gates D1-D57, E, F, G, and H
  • Travelex GH corridor: Open: Mon-Sun, 07:00 - 16:00| Location: On your way to gates G and H
  • Travelex D-pier: Mon-Sun, 06:00 - 20:00 | Location: On your way to gates D1-D57

Lost and Found at Amsterdam Airport

Losing something important while traveling can be distressing, but at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, we're here to help you retrieve your lost items with ease. Here's how you can track down your lost property:

If you are still at Schiphol:

  • Lost your Passport or ID Card: Come directly to the Lost & Found desk.
  • Lost your Jewellery or Watch: Come directly to the Lost & Found desk.
  • Lost your Hand Baggage or Other Item: Come directly to the Lost & Found desk.

If you are no longer at Schiphol:

  • For a Passport or ID Card: Call 088 958 18 14.

24/7 Medical Support at Schiphol Airport

  • Location: After Security (1), First Aid section of the Lounge 2.
  • Time: Monday through Sunday; 24 hours a day.
  • Access to the first aid center: on your way to gates D1-D57, E, F, G, and H

What Services Offering Medical Support at Amsterdam (AMS) Airport?

  • You can get personal Medical Advice if you need it at the Airport
  • Immediate help for minor injuries or health issues (fırst aid)
  • If you need vaccinations, Amsterdam Airport medical support can help you.
  • if you need malaria prevention tablets, you can ask for a firstaid center from the Amsterdam Airport.

Massage Chair at the Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

You can enjoy the massage chairs at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in several places, such as:

  • D-pier: Open 24/7 (Mon-Sun), located on your way to gates D1-D57.
  • B-pier: Open 24/7 (Mon-Sun), located on your way to gates B
  • E-pier: Open 24/7 (Mon-Sun), located on your way to gates E

Free Baby Care Lounge at Amsterdam Airpor

Traveling with a baby can be challenging, and sometimes you need a quiet place to take care of your little one. The Baby Care Lounge provides private areas where you can bath, feed, and let your baby sleep in one of the seven cozy bed cabins.

You can find baby changing stations throughout the airport. But if you need more space and comfort, the Baby Care Lounge is perfect. While your baby is sleeping or playing, you can also relax in the lounge.

  • Located after security, on your way to gates D1-D57, E, F, G, and H.
  • Working time: Mon - Sun0 6:00 - 22:00

Kids Playground at AMS (Amsterdam) Airport

Children at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol can make their time enjoyable at places such as the Children’s Corners and Kids Playground. The Children's Corners in Lounges 1, 2, and 3 are round the clock with play zones on route to gates B, C, D, E, F, G, and H For a more challenging fun time, visit the Kids Playground on level 1, Lounge 2 with rocks and a real plane to play with. It is near the food court where one can feed his or her family while the kids are playing. It has enough seats for parents to sit and watch and no fees are required for children to play in this center.