Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 16h 22m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, known informally as Schiphol Airport, is the main international airport of the Netherlands, and is one of the major hubs for the SkyTeam airline alliance. It is located 9 kilometres southwest of Amsterdam, in the municipality of Haarlemmermeer in the province of North Holland. It was the world's fifth busiest airport by international passenger traffic in 2024. With almost 72 million passengers in 2019, it is the third-busiest airport in Europe in terms of passenger volume and the busiest in Europe in terms of aircraft movements. With an annual cargo tonnage of 1.74 million, it is the 4th busiest in Europe. Schiphol airport covers a total area of 2,787 hectares of land. The airport is built on the single-terminal concept: one large terminal split into three departure halls.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
EHAMLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (6)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18R / 36L▸ displaced | 12,467 ft / 3,800 m | 198 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 09 / 27▸ displaced | 11,329 ft / 3,453 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 06 / 24▸ displaced | 11,283 ft / 3,439 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 18L / 36R▸ displaced | 11,155 ft / 3,400 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 18C / 36C▸ displaced | 10,826 ft / 3,300 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 04 / 22 | 6,627 ft / 2,020 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (23)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | Schiphol Approach | 121.205 MHz |
| APP | Schiphol Approach | 119.055 MHz |
| ARR | Schiphol Arrival | 126.680 MHz |
| ARR | Schiphol Arrival | 118.405 MHz |
| ATIS | Departure | 122.200 MHz |
| ATIS | Arrival | 132.980 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.980 MHz |
| CLD | Schiphol Planner | 121.655 MHz |
| DEP | Schiphol Departure | 121.205 MHz |
| DEP | Schiphol Departure | 119.055 MHz |
| FIS | Amsterdam Information | 124.300 MHz |
| GND | RWY 18R | 121.560 MHz |
| GND | RWY 4/22 9/27 18L/36R | 121.805 MHz |
| GND | RWY 6/24 | 121.705 MHz |
| GND | Schiphol Ground ATC Discretion | 121.590 MHz |
| GND | RWY 18C/36C | 121.905 MHz |
| RADAR | Amsterdam Radar ACC | 127.870 MHz |
| RADAR | Amsterdam Radar ACC | 120.555 MHz |
| RADAR | Amsterdam Radar ACC | 118.805 MHz |
| TWR | RWY 6/24 | 135.110 MHz |
| TWR | RWY 18C/36L | 118.105 MHz |
| TWR | RWY 04/22 18L/36R | 119.230 MHz |
| TWR | RWY 18R/36L | 118.280 MHz |
Services & operations
The airport advises booking a security timeslot due to high crowd levels today.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EHAM TMA1 | Class A | TMA | 1500 ft MSL | FL095 |
| CTA EHAM W | Class A | CTA | FL055 | FL195 |
| CTA EHAM E1 | Class A | CTA | FL065 | FL195 |
| CTR1 EHAM | Class C | CTR | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| RTMZ NORTH SEA AREA | Class G | RMZ | GND | FL055 |
| EHAA | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| 7020 | Special use | TMZ | 500 ft MSL | 1500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Netherlands airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 381 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Maritim Congreshotel en Woontoren (in aanbouw) | 374 ft | 20 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 344 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Controltower Schiphol Centre | 331 ft | 23 ft | — |
| UWV C | 312 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Oval Tower | 312 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Crystal Tower | 312 ft | 20 ft | — |
| New Amsterdam | 302 ft | 43 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol?
The ICAO code for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is EHAM, and its IATA code is AMS.
Where is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol located?
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is large airport located in Amsterdam, Netherlands, at an elevation of -11 ft (-3 m).
How many runways does Amsterdam Airport Schiphol have?
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol has 6 runways, the longest being 12,467 ft / 3,800 m.
Which airlines fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol?
Airlines historically serving Amsterdam Airport Schiphol include Adria Airways, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Air Arabia Maroc, Air Astana, Air Baltic, among 79 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol?
Historical data lists 230 nonstop destinations from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in?
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is in the Europe/Amsterdam time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is approximately 2.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Amsterdam Airport Schiphol?
The nearest airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is Langeveld Glidersite (NL-0033), about 9.3 nm to the w, followed by Castricum Glidersite and Hilversum Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.