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Verdict

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) scores higher overall at 8.6/10 versus Antalya Airport (AYT) at 7.1/10.

Score comparison

Metric Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Antalya Airport
FlightLogic Score 8.6 7.1
On-Time Performance 8.4 6.9
Passenger Experience 8.5 7.0
Facilities & Comfort 8.9 7.4
Lounge Score 8.7 7.0
City Amsterdam Antalya
Country Netherlands Turkey
Terminals 1 terminal (single-roof design) 2 international terminals (T1, T2)
Annual passengers 72M+ 35M+

Operational comparison

Transport links, lounge access, connection times, and UK261 eligibility — verify locally before travel.

Policy AMS — Amsterdam AYT — Antalya
Rail / public transport
To city centre
Lounge day pass
Min. connection time
Primary hub carriers

Detailed profiles

Amsterdam, Netherlands · AMS · #1 in this comparison

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

1 terminal (single-roof design) · 72M+ passengers/year

8.6 / 10

How good is Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) scores 8.6/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (8.4), passenger experience (8.5), and facilities (8.9). Lounge quality rates 8.7/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) is rated 8.6/10 on FlightLogic — one of Europe's highest-scoring hubs. Single-terminal layout, lounge score 8.7/10, and efficient Schengen transfers. KLM Crown Lounge serves business and SkyTeam elites. See /guides/ams-schiphol-lounge-guide-2026 and /reviews/klm-crown-lounge-ams-review.

FlightLogic Score 8.6 Excellent
On-time 8.4 Departure reliability
Experience 8.5 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 8.9 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 8.7 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance
8.4
Passenger Experience
8.5
Facilities & Comfort
8.9
Lounge score 8.7/10

Highlights

  • Single-terminal design simplifies connections — most gates are reachable airside within 15–25 minutes
  • KLM Crown Lounge and Aspire lounges for business and elite passengers
  • Rijksmuseum annex and library in the terminal — unique cultural amenities
  • Among Europe's best connection hubs for UK travellers routing to Africa, Asia, and the Americas via KLM/Delta

Overview

KLM and SkyTeam hub with a single-terminal design, excellent Schengen connections, and the Crown Lounge for premium passengers.

Single-terminal efficiency

Unlike Heathrow or JFK, Schiphol uses one terminal building with pier-based gates — connections rarely require changing buildings, though long walks between distant piers are common on short connections.

The KLM Crown Lounge near the D/E pier intersection is the flagship premium space for SkyTeam business passengers and elites.

Antalya, Turkey · AYT · #2 in this comparison

Antalya Airport

2 international terminals (T1, T2) · 35M+ passengers/year

7.1 / 10

How good is Antalya Airport?

Antalya Airport (AYT) scores 7.1/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (6.9), passenger experience (7.0), and facilities (7.4). Lounge quality rates 7.0/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Antalya AYT scores 7.1/10 — Turkish Riviera leisure hub. Jet2/TUI package base. e-Visa required. Compare /airports/istanbul for city routing. See /guides/antalya-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 7.1 Very Good
On-time 6.9 Departure reliability
Experience 7.0 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 7.4 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 7.0 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance
6.9
Passenger Experience
7.0
Facilities & Comfort
7.4
Lounge score 7.0/10

Highlights

  • UK's primary Turkey leisure airport — riviera resorts within 30–90 min transfer
  • Jet2 and TUI dominate package traffic; Turkish Airlines for full-service and Star Alliance
  • Compare AYT vs Istanbul (/airports/istanbul) — Antalya for beach; IST for city and Asia connections
  • e-Visa required for UK passport holders — apply before travel

Overview

Turkish Riviera gateway — Jet2, TUI, easyJet, and Turkish Airlines leisure schedules from across the UK for Antalya, Belek, and Side resorts.

UK package holiday traffic

Antalya is among the top 10 UK outbound leisure destinations by passenger volume. Pre-book transfers to Belek and Side — public transport limited.

Turkish Airlines offers IST connections for dual-city trips — allow 3+ hrs for domestic transfer.

FAQ

Which is better, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or Antalya Airport?

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) scores higher overall at 8.6/10 versus Antalya Airport (AYT) at 7.1/10.

Which has better lounges, AMS or AYT?

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) scores higher for lounges at 8.7/10, versus Antalya Airport at 7.0/10.

Which airport is more on-time, AMS or AYT?

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) has stronger on-time performance at 8.4/10 versus Antalya Airport (AYT) at 6.9/10.