Netherlands
In 2025, 832,274 passengers boarded at the main German airports with Amsterdam as their final destination, ranking 26th among destinations abroad. More than half of the passengers who boarded flights to Amsterdam there flew on (own analysis). From Schiphol airport the train takes around 17 minutes to the main station, and a single fare costs €5.50 (as of September 2026). The 17th-century canal ring has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2010. Since 1 January 2026, overnight stays carry 21% VAT, plus 12.5% tourist tax on the net price.
Airport: Amsterdam (AMS)
| From | As the crow flies | Compensation up to |
|---|---|---|
| Frankfurt (FRA) | 366 km | €250 |
| Munich (MUC) | 664 km | €250 |
| Berlin (BER) | 593 km | €250 |
| Düsseldorf (DUS) | 178 km | €250 |
| Hamburg (HAM) | 379 km | €250 |
Compensation per person under the EU air passenger rights regulation (Regulation (EC) No 261/2004) if the flight arrives 3 hours late or more, or is cancelled less than 14 days before departure — not in extraordinary circumstances such as severe weather. Check whether you’re owed anything →
Straight-line distance: our own calculation from airport data (OurAirports). Driving time: guide figure from a transfer provider.
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