Schiphol | 5 tips for a stress-free Schiphol experience

Whether you’re travelling around the world or going on a short business trip, flying can be slightly stressful. You need to prepare weeks in advance, remember to pack the right things in your bag and work out how to get to Schiphol on time. At the airport, you may be both excited and nervous as you go through check-in, security and passport control. Luckily, Schiphol offers various services to help make your journey stress-free.

Schiphol app

Let’s start by downloading an app that will make your journey through Schiphol even more easeful. The Schiphol app enables you to track all departing and arriving flights and receive updates about gate changes and delays. You can also use it to reserve a parking spot, order food and drinks, and find your way using an interactive map. You have the airport at your fingertips!

Time slots

Another thing you can do before you even arrive at the airport is book a free time slot for security. That way, you can go through the security check at a time of your choosing and spend less time standing in line (travellers with a time slot use a different queue). Reserving a time slot is free of charge and you can do it up to three days before your flight.

Find out more about this service here

Meditation Centre

Did you know that Schiphol has a dedicated area for prayer and meditation, run by a team of volunteers? While there are church services and holy books from different faiths in the library, you do not need to be religious to visit the centre – it’s a place for everyone to enjoy silence and quiet reflection.

You can find the Meditation Centre on the second floor of Lounge 2

Rituals Mind Oasis

Visit the Rituals Mind Oasis to experience a unique airport sanctuary and board your flight feeling fully relaxed. There are two treatments to choose from, lasting between 25 and 80 minutes. During a Hydro Massage, you lie on a warm water bed while hydro jets give you a massage. The Brain Massage combines the power of breathing, light therapy and sound healing to calm the nervous system and give you an energy boost. The Mind Oasis is located in Lounge 1.

You can book your experience in advance here

XpressSpa

Looking for a quiet place to take a nap while waiting for your flight? Head to XpressSpa and lie down in one of their sleeping pods! You can stay there for up to four hours while your devices recharge. XpressSpa also offers more traditional massages – including deep tissues and head massage – and beauty treatments like manicures and pedicures. After a visit you’ll be radiant, well-groomed and rested; ready to take on the world.

You can find XpressSpa in Lounge 2

Privium lounges

Another way to make your journey through Schiphol even smoother is to become a Privium member. You can enjoy many benefits with a Privium membership, including parking close to the terminal, a speedy security check and several Privium lounges. These lounges are a great place to relax, work and enjoy good food away from the hustle and bustle of the airport.

Find out more about Privium