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Schiphol (EHAM/AMS) — Amsterdam, Netherlands

Schiphol (EHAM/AMS) serves Amsterdam, Netherlands. This is a major international airport with 6 runways (04/22, 06/24). Field elevation is -11 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 4/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 2/2
Additional Info 10/10
Observed Activity · Jul 23
573 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 566 on the ground · busiest hour 07:00Z
2026-07-182026-07-23
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: EHAM
  • Name: Schiphol
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 52.308601
  • Longitude: 4.76389
  • Elevation: -11 ft
  • Country: Netherlands
  • Municipality: Amsterdam
  • IATA Code: AMS
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: EHAA
  • Timezone: Europe/Amsterdam
  • Distance from City: 11.3 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 04/22

  • Designation: 04/22
  • Dimensions: 6627 X 148
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 90/F/C/W/T
  • Lighting: HIRL, PAPI
  • NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: RWY 04: GNSS; RWY 22: ILS CAT I (SCH 109.15 MHz)
  • Remarks: GA runway, dedicated to general aviation operations

Runway 06/24

  • Designation: 06/24
  • Dimensions: 11283 X 148
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 90/F/C/W/T
  • Lighting: HIRL, ALSF-2, PAPI
  • NAVAIDs: ILS, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIB (06), RNAV (GNSS)
  • Remarks: Kaagbaan

Runway 09/27

  • Designation: 09/27
  • Dimensions: 11329 X 148
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 90/F/C/W/T
  • Lighting: HIRL, ALSF-2, PAPI
  • NAVAIDs: ILS, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIB (27), RNAV (GNSS)
  • Remarks: Buitenveldertbaan

Runway 18C/36C

  • Designation: 18C/36C
  • Dimensions: 10826 X 148
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 90/F/C/W/T
  • Lighting: HIRL, ALSF-2, PAPI
  • NAVAIDs: ILS, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIB (18C, 36C), RNAV (GNSS)
  • Remarks: Zwanenburgbaan

Runway 18L/36R

  • Designation: 18L/36R
  • Dimensions: 11155 X 148
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 90/F/C/W/T
  • Lighting: HIRL, ALSF-2, PAPI
  • NAVAIDs: ILS, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: RWY 18L: GNSS (no ILS); RWY 36R: ILS CAT II (ABA 111.95 MHz)
  • Remarks: Aalsmeerbaan

Runway 18R/36L

  • Designation: 18R/36L
  • Dimensions: 12467 X 198
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 109/R/C/W/T
  • Lighting: HIRL, ALSF-2, PAPI
  • NAVAIDs: ILS, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIB (18R), RNAV (GNSS)
  • Remarks: Polderbaan, longest runway

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.105 MHz
  • Ground: 121.805 MHz
  • Operations: 119.055 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 121.205 MHz
  • ATIS: 132.975 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Schiphol operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: H24 operations. ATC tower H24. Night regime 23:00-07:00 LT (night slot required, reduced runway usage). Fire category 10.

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: +31 20 649 2455
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +31 20 794 0800
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.schiphol.nl
  • Remarks: AIS tel is KLM Jet Center (GA handling). Admin tel is Schiphol general info. GA FBO freq 131.605 (Aviapartner Executive). Manager: [email protected]

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: Yes
  • PPR Required: Yes
  • PPR Contact: +31 20 649 2455
  • Remarks: IATA Level 3 coordinated. Slots mandatory. Night slots required 23:00-06:59 LT. Book via slotcoordination.nl. GA contact KLM Jet Center. Night slots: [email protected]; General/GA: [email protected]; Tel +31 20 405 9730.

Customs

  • Open: 00:00
  • Close: 23:59
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: H24. Major international EU/Schengen hub. Full CIQ services.

Fees

  • Landing Fee: 9.73 EUR per metric ton MTOW (base rate, noise cat S3, daytime, 2025). Surcharges for S1/S2, discounts for S4-S7. Night surcharge applies.
  • Parking Fee: Free first 6h15m. No charge 23:00-06:00 local. Base landing/take-off fee EUR 9.73/tonne MTOW (from 1 Apr 2025), EUR 11.16/tonne (from 1 Apr 2026).
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: EUR
  • Remarks: Handling ~200-400 EUR for GA. Fees increased 41% in Apr 2025.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-03
  • Remarks: Multiple suppliers: Shell, Air BP, Air Total, CRS, Q8, Statoil, GTS, KLM Tankdienst. Delivered by bowser. Prices high, vary by contract.
  • Fuel Type: 100LL
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-03
  • Remarks: Available via self-service pump at KLM Jet Center. Paperwork can be time-consuming.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Full international port of entry. Schengen and non-Schengen terminals. EU citizens use eGates. APIS required for non-EU flights.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: 21:00
  • Curfew End: 05:00
  • Noise Chapter Min: 3
  • Remarks: Curfew stored as UTC (CET, winter). In CEST (summer) curfew is 21:00-05:00 UTC. Deps restricted 22:40-06:55 LT, arrs 23:00-07:15 LT (block times). Chapter 2 banned. Marginally compliant Ch3 (<5 EPNdB margin) banned. Low-bypass Ch3 engines banned 18:00-08:00 LT. RWY 04/22 training flights restricted to single-engine propeller MTOM <5,700 kg.

Alternates

EHHV

  • ICAO: EHHV
  • Name: Hilversum
  • Distance (NM): 15.7
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

EHRD

  • ICAO: EHRD
  • Name: Rotterdam
  • Distance (NM): 24.3
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. API required for all flights arriving from outside EU/Schengen per EU Regulation 2025/12. Airlines must transmit passenger data to Royal Netherlands Marechaussee TCB prior to landing. GENDEC must be submitted via gendec.eu before arrival.

EHLE

  • ICAO: EHLE
  • Name: Lelystad
  • Distance (NM): 29.4
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: No advance notice for intra-Schengen. Non-Schengen flights require customs 3h PNR. General declaration required for flights to/from outside the EU per EU Customs Regulation 952/2013

EHTE

  • ICAO: EHTE
  • Name: Teuge
  • Distance (NM): 47.3
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

EHTX

  • ICAO: EHTX
  • Name: Texel
  • Distance (NM): 48.5
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

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Netherlands Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A - no permit required; file flight plan before departure
  • Landing Lead Time: 5 working days before flight
Private / GA Operations:

Private non-revenue flights generally do not require landing permits. Must land at/depart from international airports. Standard Schengen entry procedures apply.

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Active NOTAMs

A1724/26 warning
Runway closed
RWY 18L/36R CLSD.
2026-07-24 07:15:34 Until further notice
A1720/26 warning
Runway closed
RWY 04/22 CLSD.
2026-07-23 19:25:30 Until further notice
A1700/26 warning
Runway closed
RWY 18R/36L CLSD.
2026-07-22 19:15:46 Until further notice

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at EHAM?
The tower frequency at Schiphol is 118.105 MHz.
What fuel is available at EHAM?
Schiphol offers JET A-1, 100LL.
Does EHAM require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Schiphol (Netherlands).
Is customs available at EHAM?
Yes, customs at Schiphol is available from 00:00 to 23:59.
Does EHAM require slots or PPR?
Slots are required and PPR is required at Schiphol.
Where is EHAM located?
Schiphol (EHAM) is located in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
What is the IATA code for EHAM?
The IATA code for Schiphol is AMS.
How long is the runway at EHAM?
The main runway at Schiphol (04/22) measures 6627 X 148.
Does EHAM have an ILS approach?
Yes, Schiphol has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 04/22, 06/24, 09/27, 18C/36C, 18L/36R, 18R/36L.
Is EHAM a port of entry?
Yes, Schiphol is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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