Schiphol Parking

It’s important to arrive on time to avoid stress and the risk of missing your flight. For domestic and European flights, it’s advised to arrive at least 2 hours in advance, while for intercontinental flights, 3 hours is recommended. This gives you enough time to check in, drop off luggage, go through security, and reach your gate.

If you’re traveling by car, with shuttle parking you can usually board a shuttle bus to the terminal right away, but you should still plan to arrive at the parking area at least 3 hours before departure. For valet parking, it’s wise to allow the same amount of time to complete the vehicle inspection and handover smoothly.

During busy periods, such as holiday seasons, it’s smart to plan extra time. You can find more tips and details in our blog on how early you should arrive at Schiphol Airport.

With shuttle parking at Schiphol, you drive your car to the provider’s parking area yourself, where it will be parked securely. A free shuttle bus will then take you quickly and comfortably to the departure hall. Upon your return, the provider will pick you up at the terminal.

This type of parking is reliable, affordable, and ideal for travellers who like to stay in control. 

If you choose valet parking at Schiphol, here’s how the service works. You drive directly to the departure hall, where a staff member from the parking provider will meet you and take over your car. Your vehicle is then carefully parked at a secured parking facility, allowing you to start your trip quickly and comfortably.

When you return, your car will be brought back to the airport so you can continue your journey without delay. Simply follow the ‘Departures’ signs at Schiphol and agree on an exact meeting point with the parking provider.

This service saves time and offers extra convenience, as you don’t need to drive to a parking area yourself.