Schiphol Airport is the world’s fifth busiest international airport, and it’s ideally situated for travellers wanting to visit Amsterdam.

It’s located 5.6 miles outside Amsterdam and is very accessible thanks to the availability of both private and public transport options.

If you’re looking for cheap Netherlands flights that fly to Amsterdam airport Schiphol, easyJet is the perfect solution. We offer flights to Schiphol Airport from many UK airports, including Bristol, London, and Birmingham.

Many wonderful sights and experiences await you in nearby Amsterdam, including gabled houses, bridges, canals, museums, clubs, and cafes.

Cheap flights to Schiphol Airport

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is a 20-minute drive from Amsterdam. It has just one terminal that has eight separate concourses called Piers. You will arrive at Pier H. When you depart, you must drop any hold luggage off at our Bag Drop area in Hall 3 before proceeding through security and onto the boarding gates.

The cheapest time of year to visit Amsterdam is in the winter.

The airport has plenty in the way of entertainment (including a library and museum), bars, restaurants, and duty-free shops.

How to get from Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam?

Our flights to Schiphol Airport land just 5.6 miles away from Amsterdam. If you plan to visit the city, you should arrange transport ahead of time. We can assist you with either airport transfer or car hire services, but you can also catch a taxi, train or bus.

Things to do at Schiphol Airport

There are all sorts of things that you can do at the airport. There are two museums, a meditation centre, many shops and restaurants, and a free library.

• Browse luxury stores at Schiphol Airport

Gucci is one of the major shopping brands available, and there’s also a Designer Outlet where you can enjoy discounts of up to 50%. 

• Excellent food and drink options at Schiphol Airport

You can buy food and drink to eat in or takeaway from venues including Fresh from the Tap, La Place Express, Café Comunal, Stach, Burger King, the Heineken Bar, Per Tutti, McDonald’s, Bubbles Seafood and Wine Bar, and Jamie’s Deli. 

• Duty-free stores

The duty-free shopping area at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport stocks a wide range of products, including chocolates, tobacco, fragrances, and liquor.

Tips on finding cheapest flights to Schiphol Airport

The cheapest month to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol AMS is in January. August is the most expensive month to fly. To find cheap flights to Schiphol Airport, we suggest that you consult our Cheap Fare Finder and sign up for easyJet alerts that let you know when tickets go on sale.

How long is the flight to Schiphol Airport?

The average flight times are as follows:

• Birmingham = 1 hour and 15 minutes

• Bristol = 1 hour and 20 minutes

• Edinburgh = 1 hour and 30 minutes

• London = 1 hour and 5 minutes

• Manchester = 1 hour and 15 minutes

The transfer time from the airport to the centre of Amsterdam by car/taxi is just 20 minutes, 30 to 45 minutes by bus, and 14 to 17 minutes by train.

What city is Schiphol Airport in?

Amsterdam airport Schiphol is located in the municipality of Haarlemmermeer, just 5.6 miles southwest of Amsterdam.

Is Schiphol a big airport?

The airport is the third-busiest in Europe, serving around 72 million passengers annually. It covers more than 17 square miles.

How much is a taxi from Schiphol to Amsterdam?

Private taxis typically charge between €45 and €47 for the journey.

How much is the train fare from Schiphol to Amsterdam?

The national rail service (Nederlandse Spoorwegen) costs around €5.50 per person.