AMS — Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

AMS is the IATA airport code for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Netherlands. Local time zone: Europe/Amsterdam. Below: where it is and how to get into town.

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AMS is the IATA airport code for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Netherlands. IATA codes are three-letter identifiers assigned to airports worldwide by the International Air Transport Association — they're what you see on boarding passes, baggage tags, and booking sites. Below: where AMS is, what timezone it operates in, and how to sort your transfer, lounge access, and car rental before you land.

AMS airport at a glance
Fact	Detail
IATA code	AMS
Airport	Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Country	Netherlands
Coordinates	52.3091° N, 4.7634° E
Timezone	Europe/Amsterdam

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is served by AMS in Netherlands.

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AMS airport code — common questions

What airport has the code AMS?

AMS is the IATA code for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Netherlands. You'll see AMS on boarding passes, baggage tags, and flight-booking sites whenever this airport is the origin or destination.

Where is AMS airport located?

AMS serves Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Netherlands, at approximately 52.3091° N, 4.7634° E.

How do I get from AMS into the city?

Pre-booked private transfers are the most predictable option — fixed price, driver tracking your flight, no taxi-line haggling. Compare partner quotes for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol on this page. Ride-hail and licensed taxis are the usual fallback where available.

What timezone is AMS in?

AMS operates on the Europe/Amsterdam timezone. Flight departure boards always show local time.