Is 75 minutes enough to transfer at Schiphol airport?

I'm planning to travel from Abu Dhabi to Zurich via AMS. The connection time is 1 hour 15 minutes. Within that time I need to get transferred including security and passport control. Is that enough time?

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Best Answer

You'll clear EU customs and immigration in Amsterdam, since that's where you're entering the Schengen area. This sounds tight to me, especially if you have to re-clear security afterwards (which is a possibility).

If the trip is on one ticket, the airline selling you the ticket will have a responsibility to accommodate you if you miss your connection, but personally, I'd rather have a longer connection booked, to minimize stress and maximize the chances of making your flight.

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Is 1 hour layover enough time in Amsterdam airport?

1. Re: One hour layover in Amsterdam Schiphol, enough time? If it is on the same airline, you maybe OK. However, you are better off getting another flight with 1.5-2.0 hours connection time.

Do I have to go through security again for connecting flight in Amsterdam?

Connecting time Walking between gates can take anywhere between two and 30 minutes depending on the distance, so be ready to sprint if your flight is running late. There are no additional security checks so passengers can simply walk to their next gate.

How long of a layover do I need in Amsterdam?

To avoid having to sprint through the airport or worry about missing your flight in case of delays, a better option is to choose itineraries with a layover of at least 60 to 75 minutes, especially if you are changing from one carrier to another outside of the same air alliance.

How much time should I allow for connecting flights?

Pad Your Schedule for Airport Connections That's why many travelers deliberately pad their schedules by booking a longer layover than the minimum at a connecting hub. Consider allowing at least 60 to 90 minutes for a U.S. domestic connection, and at least two hours for an international connection.

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