Schiphol Tips 20 April 2025 5 min read

Arriving at Schiphol: how to arrange your taxi quickly

You have landed and want to get home as quickly as possible. Here is what to expect when arriving at Schiphol and how your driver will meet you.

Step 1: From the plane to the arrivals hall

After leaving the aircraft, follow the gate towards passport control (for flights from outside the EU) or straight to baggage reclaim. Allow for:

  • EU flight without checked baggage: 10–15 minutes to exit
  • EU flight with checked baggage: 20–35 minutes (including baggage reclaim)
  • Non-EU flight: 30–50 minutes (passport control and baggage reclaim)
  • In summer or around holidays: allow an extra 10–20 minutes

Step 2: Finding your driver

If you booked a taxi with TaxxxiVanAmsterdam, your driver will be waiting in the arrivals hall with a name sign. We monitor your flight in real time, so your driver will know if it is delayed.

Arrivals Hall 1

European flights (Schengen) — most commonly used

Arrivals Hall 2

Non-Schengen and intercontinental flights

Arrivals Hall 3

Used during peak periods (summer, Christmas)

Step 3: Heading home

Your driver will help you get in and load your luggage. If you have already paid online, there is nothing to pay in the car; otherwise, you can pay by cash or card on arrival. You can be home in Amsterdam within 30–60 minutes.

Would you like to find out where your flight arrives? Read more about Schiphol terminals and arrivals halls. For your return journey, see our Schiphol taxi service.

Booked your flight but not your taxi yet?

No problem — you can still book at the last minute. Call us on 020 210 1931 or book online. We operate 24/7, including nights and holidays.

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