A warm welcome or a fond farewell Kiss & Ride Parking

Picking someone up

If you plan to pick someone up, our advice is to use P1 Parking. From there, it's only a short 3-5-minute walk to the terminal and Arrivals hall, where you can meet up.

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Dropping someone off

To say goodbye to departing passengers, you can use P1 Parking Pick-up and Drop-off. Kiss & Ride is best if you just want to have a very short stop to drop someone off.

Using Kiss & Ride

To use Kiss & Ride, set your GPS to Ceintuurbaan Zuid. Keep in mind that Kiss & Ride is only intended for very short stops. You risk a fine if you stay too long. Therefore your best option is P1 Parking Pick-up and Drop-off. You will then have time to escort your departing passengers to the terminal which is just a few minutes’ walk away.

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FAQs

Where can I drop someone off quickly?

You can quickly drop off departing passengers at the Kiss & Ride zone in front of the Departures hall. To stop your car briefly, follow the signs for Departures. Keep in mind that it is only meant for a short stop. Your best option is P1 Parking Pick-up and Drop-off. From here, you can reach the terminal in a few minutes and have all the time you need.

What address should I enter in my navigation system?

Are you travelling to Schiphol by car? In that case, enter Ceintuurbaan Zuid, Schiphol, Haarlemmermeer as your destination.

When should I arrive at Schiphol if I am dropping someone off?

The recommended times vary per flight. Always check your airline’s website for the latest advice. View the flight departure times or use the free Schiphol app.

When should I arrive at Schiphol if I am picking someone up?

You can decide for yourself: if you want to welcome someone in the Arrivals hall, make sure you are there shortly after the plane has landed. Or, agree to meet up after the arrival time at the meeting point or at one of the cafés on Schiphol Plaza. View the flight arrival times or use the free Schiphol app to make your plans.
If you want to have all the time you need to pick someone up, use P1 Parking Pick-Up and Drop-Off. You are assured of a parking spot and the Arrivals hall is just a 3 to 5 minutes’ walk away.

What is the best place to park when dropping off or picking up someone?

You can quickly drop-off passengers at the Kiss & Ride zone in front of the Departures hall. If you want to say goodbye to friends and family or welcome a business relation, P1 Parking Pick-up and Drop-off is your best option. You are assured of a parking spot, you can reach the terminal in a few minutes and you have plenty of time to enjoy a cup of coffee or a drink before you hit the road again.

Can I arrange for a taxi to drop me off or pick me up?

You certainly can! A taxi can drop you off right outside the departure halls or pick you up outside the arrival halls. The driver will also help you with your baggage. Read more about travelling to and from Schiphol by taxi.