
(You can, however, turn left after leaving checkpoint for Departures 1 and reach exit control).

Departures 1 and 2 are used for Schengen flights, Departures 2 and 3 for non-Schengen. There are currently three departure checkpoints into the main terminal area (plus one for the lowcost wing). The checks do happen, but you are very likely to be able to bypass them from Schiphol Plaza (arrival by train or bus) by using the lift or stairs instead of inclined travelators. Note: Schiphol is sometimes limiting access to passengers 4 hours before the flight, both from outside and through Schiphol plaza. Privium holders are reportedly able to bypass lines by showing the Privium card. On travel heavy days, consider getting dropped off at Hoofdorp, Zuid or Lelylaan and taking a train one station instead. Tips to deal with Entrance to the terminal building linesĪs of July 3rd, you could enter the terminal from train station without hindrance. Entrance to the terminal building from outside (arrival by car)Īs of June 20th, unsatisfactory situation has been reported also on all arrival passport checks. We have created this wiki to have a single point of reference, updated periodically with tips, tricks and reports of current state.Īs of June 2nd, there are 2 bottlenecks at the airport.ġ. This thread is dedicated largely to the discussion of the same. Starting late April/early May 2022, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is showing signs of chronic, and at times extreme, overcrowding. The latest suggestions and state of the Mess in Amsterdam of Summer '22 - short staffing and security issues.
