Nearest Airport to Amsterdam, NL
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Amsterdam, NL
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the nearest airport to Amsterdam?
The closest airport to Amsterdam is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), located approximately 11 km away. Estimated driving time is 11 min.
How far is AMS airport from Amsterdam?
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is 11 km (straight-line) from Amsterdam, with an estimated road distance of 15 km.
How do I get from AMS to Amsterdam?
From Amsterdam Airport Schiphol airport you can reach Amsterdam by private transfer, taxi, or rental car. Driving time is approximately 11 min. Book a fixed-price transfer via Transferhood.
Are there alternative airports near Amsterdam?
Yes. Alternative airports include Lelystad Airport (LEY, 43 km) and Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM, 56 km).
Which airports serve Amsterdam?
Amsterdam is served by 2 international airports (closest: Weeze (Niederrhein) Airport, NRN) and 10 domestic airports (closest: Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, AMS).
How much does it cost to get from AMS to Amsterdam?
A fixed-price private transfer from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Amsterdam is typically the most predictable option and can be booked in advance via Transferhood. A metered taxi fare varies with traffic, and a rental car costs from around €25/day plus roughly €1 in fuel for the 15 km drive.
Nearest airport to Amsterdam
The nearest airport to Amsterdam is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), approximately 11 km away as the crow flies, or about 15 km by road. Driving from AMS to Amsterdam takes around 11 min under normal traffic conditions. Amsterdam is reachable via 2 international and 10 domestic airports within range, so travelers arriving from abroad and those flying domestically both have convenient options.
Once you land at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, the most common ways to reach Amsterdam are a pre-booked private transfer, a metered taxi, or a rental car. A fixed-price transfer is usually the most predictable option for the 15 km trip and can be booked in advance via Transferhood, while a rental car costs from around €25/day plus roughly €1 in fuel. See the full transfer cost breakdown for exact pricing.
If Amsterdam Airport Schiphol doesn't suit your itinerary, Amsterdam has 11 other nearby airports worth checking. Compare them all on our alternative airports page, or use compare airports to weigh distance, drive time and cost side by side.