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Verdict

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) scores higher overall at 8.6/10 versus Orlando International Airport (MCO) at 7.3/10.

Score comparison

Metric Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Orlando International Airport
FlightLogic Score 8.6 7.3
On-Time Performance 8.4 7.0
Passenger Experience 8.5 7.2
Facilities & Comfort 8.9 7.8
Lounge Score 8.7 7.4
City Amsterdam Orlando
Country Netherlands United States
Terminals 1 terminal (single-roof design) Main terminal + 4 airside concourses (A–E)
Annual passengers 72M+ 57M+

Operational comparison

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

Policy AMS — Amsterdam MCO — Orlando
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.

Orlando, United States · MCO · #2 in this comparison

Orlando International Airport

Main terminal + 4 airside concourses (A–E) · 57M+ passengers/year

7.3 / 10

How good is Orlando International Airport?

Orlando International Airport (MCO) scores 7.3/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.0), passenger experience (7.2), and facilities (7.8). Lounge quality rates 7.4/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Orlando MCO scores 7.3/10 — Florida theme-park gateway. Virgin Atlantic from LGW/MAN. See /guides/best-airlines-uk-florida-2026 and /guides/orlando-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 7.3 Very Good
On-time 7.0 Departure reliability
Experience 7.2 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 7.8 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 7.4 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
7.0
Passenger Experience
7.2
Facilities & Comfort
7.8
Lounge score 7.4/10

Highlights

  • Primary UK gateway to Disney World, Universal Orlando, and Florida theme parks
  • Virgin Atlantic and BA direct from LGW/MAN; TUI package flights seasonal
  • The Club at MCO and Delta Sky Club — Priority Pass at Plaza Premium
  • Compare Miami (/airports/mia) for Miami Beach and Caribbean cruise connections

Overview

Florida theme-park gateway — Virgin Atlantic, BA, and Norwegian direct from UK plus dense domestic connections for Disney, Universal, and Gulf Coast holidays.

UK family holiday routing

Virgin Atlantic and BA offer direct UK–MCO; TUI and Jet2 package charters seasonal from regional UK.

Allow 90+ min for immigration and baggage at peak UK arrival banks (school holidays).

FAQ

Which is better, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or Orlando International Airport?

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) scores higher overall at 8.6/10 versus Orlando International Airport (MCO) at 7.3/10.

Which has better lounges, AMS or MCO?

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) scores higher for lounges at 8.7/10, versus Orlando International Airport at 7.4/10.

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

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) has stronger on-time performance at 8.4/10 versus Orlando International Airport (MCO) at 7.0/10.