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Verdict

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) scores higher overall at 8.6/10 versus Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) at 7.3/10.

Score comparison

Metric Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
FlightLogic Score 8.6 7.3
On-Time Performance 8.4 7.1
Passenger Experience 8.5 7.0
Facilities & Comfort 8.9 7.8
Lounge Score 8.7 7.9
City Amsterdam Atlanta
Country Netherlands United States
Terminals 1 terminal (single-roof design) Domestic + International Terminal (Maynard H. Jackson)
Annual passengers 72M+ 104M+

Operational comparison

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

Policy AMS — Amsterdam ATL — Hartsfield-Jackson
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.

Atlanta, United States · ATL · #2 in this comparison

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Domestic + International Terminal (Maynard H. Jackson) · 104M+ passengers/year

7.3 / 10

How good is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport?

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) scores 7.3/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.1), passenger experience (7.0), and facilities (7.8). Lounge quality rates 7.9/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Atlanta ATL is rated 7.3/10 on FlightLogic — the world's busiest airport. Delta Sky Club network serves premium passengers; International Terminal F for foreign carriers. Allow 75+ minutes for domestic connections. See /guides/atlanta-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 7.3 Very Good
On-time 7.1 Departure reliability
Experience 7.0 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 7.8 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 7.9 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
7.1
Passenger Experience
7.0
Facilities & Comfort
7.8
Lounge score 7.9/10

Highlights

  • Delta operates 75%+ of ATL traffic — Sky Club locations throughout domestic concourses
  • International Terminal (Terminal F) handles all foreign carriers and Delta long-haul
  • Domestic connections typically stay airside within 45–75 minutes on Delta
  • UK travellers connect via Delta partners from LHR and MAN

Overview

World's busiest airport by passenger volume — Delta Air Lines fortress hub with Sky Club network and efficient domestic connections.

Delta hub and International Terminal

Delta's ATL hub uses Concourses A–E for domestic and short-haul international. The separate International Terminal (Concourse F) handles all foreign-flag carriers and Delta long-haul to Europe and Asia.

Sky Club locations span multiple concourses — access is terminal-specific. Amex Centurion is in Concourse E for domestic Delta departures.

FAQ

Which is better, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport?

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) scores higher overall at 8.6/10 versus Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) at 7.3/10.

Which has better lounges, AMS or ATL?

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) scores higher for lounges at 8.7/10, versus Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport at 7.9/10.

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

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) has stronger on-time performance at 8.4/10 versus Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) at 7.1/10.