Private jet charter at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Schiphol limits business aviation slots, so private flights need planning. The general aviation terminal is quick once a slot is confirmed. We price each private jet charter at Amsterdam Schiphol with landing and handling fees already in the total.
Airport facts
The key details for a private jet charter at Amsterdam Schiphol. Operators use the ICAO code EHAM, while most travel apps show the IATA code AMS.
| IATA code | AMS |
|---|---|
| ICAO code | EHAM |
| City | Amsterdam |
| Country | Netherlands |
| Traffic | Airlines and private jets, separate private terminal |
| Coordinates | 52.3086, 4.7639 |
| Longest runway | 12,467 ft (3,800 m) |
| Elevation | -11 ft (-3 m) |
Airlines use the main terminal, while private jet passengers go through a separate FBO with its own security and customs. You never mix with airline queues.
Before you fly
A few things to know before a private flight from Amsterdam Schiphol. Most of them save time on the day.
- Rotterdam The Hague is an easier option when Schiphol is full.
- Central Amsterdam is about 25 minutes by car.
- Arrive 15 to 20 minutes before departure. Your advisor confirms the exact terminal and driver access.
- Bring a passport for international flights. Customs is handled at the private terminal.
Your advisor sends the exact terminal address and a contact for the handling agent with your booking. Drivers can usually wait right next to the aircraft.
Nearby airports
If Amsterdam Schiphol is busy or has no slot at your time, these private jet airports are the closest alternatives. Distances are in a straight line.
London Stansted
STN / EGSS
Stansted is an airline airport north east of London with large private terminals and a long runway. It suits Cambridge, Essex and north London, about an hour from the City by car.
194 miles from AMS
Airport detailsLondon City
LCY / EGLC
London City sits in the Docklands, about 15 minutes from Canary Wharf and the City. Its steep approach and short runway limit it to approved aircraft, mostly light and midsize jets.
208 miles from AMS
Airport detailsLondon Biggin Hill
BQH / EGKB · business aviation only
Biggin Hill is the closest dedicated business airport to the City and Canary Wharf, around 40 minutes by car outside rush hour. There is no airline traffic, so departures rarely wait for a slot.
213 miles from AMS
Airport detailsSwitching airports can lower landing fees or open up more aircraft. Your advisor checks them on every quote.
Amsterdam Schiphol private jet FAQ
Quick answers about flying private through Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS). They cover landing rights, codes, distance to Amsterdam and the nearest alternatives.
Can private jets land at Amsterdam Schiphol?
Yes. Amsterdam Schiphol handles airline traffic too, but private passengers use a separate terminal with their own security and customs.
What are the airport codes for Amsterdam Schiphol?
The IATA code is AMS and the ICAO code is EHAM. Pilots and operators use the ICAO code in flight plans.
How far is Amsterdam Schiphol from Amsterdam?
Schiphol limits business aviation slots, so private flights need planning. The general aviation terminal is quick once a slot is confirmed.
What are the nearest alternatives to Amsterdam Schiphol?
London Stansted (STN) is 194 miles away. London City (LCY) is 208 miles away. London Biggin Hill (BQH) is 213 miles away.
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