Schiphol Airport Parking — Prices, Car Parks and Pre-Booking

The official Schiphol car parks (P1–P6) explained

Schiphol numbers its car parks and the number roughly tracks how close and how premium each one is. P1 sits next to the terminal for short stays; P3 is the large long-stay site a short shuttle ride away; and P6 is the valet operation. Choosing the right tier is the single biggest cost decision you make, because the short-stay daily cap is far higher than the long-stay rate.

• P1 — covered short-stay, a 2–6 minute walk from Departures/Arrivals; EV chargers, camera surveillance and licence-plate recognition; best for quick pick-ups, drop-offs and trips under 48 hours
• P3 Long-Stay — the standard budget choice, with both covered (sheltered) and uncovered (open) zones; reached by a free electric shuttle; bookable from 8 hours up to 6 months
• P6 Valet — drop the car at the terminal and an attendant parks it; optional car wash; the premium, time-saving option
• Privium ValetParking — fast-track valet for Privium members, handing the car over right at the terminal
• Kiss & Ride — a free, minutes-only drop-off zone in front of Departures between doors D and E, not a car park
• Off-site / hotel parking — independent operators near the airport with their own shuttles; price varies with demand

Schiphol parking prices in 2026

Short-stay P1 is metered at roughly €2.60 per 20 minutes and reaches about €57.50 for 24 hours, then jumps to around €105–€115 for 48 hours — which is why it only makes sense for a few hours or one short night. P3 Long-Stay is far better value for anything longer: about €57.50 for the first 24 hours, €105 for 48 hours covered (or about €95 uncovered), and only €15 for each additional day after that.

Those are guide figures; the rate you actually pay depends on whether you reserve and how far ahead. Booking online well in advance unlocks the lowest tariffs and guarantees a space, while the cheapest car parks sell out first in peak season. The drive-up rate with no reservation is always the most expensive way to park, so reserving is almost always worth it.

• P1 short-stay: ~€2.60 per 20 min, ~€57.50 for 24h, ~€105–€115 for 48h
• P3 Long-Stay covered: ~€57.50 (24h), ~€105 (48h), then €15 per extra day
• P3 Long-Stay uncovered: ~€95 for 48h, then €15 per extra day — the cheapest official option
• P6 Valet: from ~€59 (uncovered) to ~€66.50 (covered) per day, cheaper per day on longer stays
• Weekly trips: reserving a long-stay block online brings the effective per-day cost well below the daily rate

Smart Parking and valet: cheaper or easier

If your priority is the lowest price, P3 Long-Stay uncovered booked online is the budget winner, and Schiphol’s Smart Parking promotions can cut the P3 cost by up to about 50% versus the drive-up rate when you reserve ahead. You park, take the free electric shuttle, and pay a fraction of what a walk-up would cost — ideal for a week-long holiday where every euro per day adds up.

If your priority is time, P6 Valet (and Privium ValetParking for members) lets you hand the car over at the terminal and collect it on return, with an optional car wash while you are away. It costs more per day than P3, but for a tight connection or a late-night return it removes the shuttle and the walk entirely.

Free Kiss & Ride and the cost of waiting

You do not have to pay to set someone down at Schiphol. The free Kiss & Ride zone sits directly in front of the Departures entrance, between doors D and E, and is meant for a quick stop — drop the bags, say goodbye, and drive on. It is monitored for short stays only, so you cannot park or wait there; staff move on cars that linger.

If you are collecting an arriving passenger and they may be delayed by baggage or passport control, use P1 instead and walk in to meet them, rather than circling or idling at Kiss & Ride. P1’s short-stay rate covers the wait comfortably, and you avoid the penalty risk that comes with overstaying a free drop-off zone.

EV charging, accessible parking and getting to the gate

Both P1 and P3 offer electric-vehicle charging points (in P3 these are inside the garage), and accessible spaces for blue-badge holders are available across the official car parks — reserve ahead where possible so a suitable bay is guaranteed. From P3, a free electric shuttle bus runs to the terminal roughly every 10 minutes and takes about 5 minutes, so allow around 15–20 minutes from parking your car to reaching the gate area, plus your usual security time.

Factor that shuttle and walk into your departure plan, especially for an early-morning flight, and remember the terminal forecourt fills up fast at peak times. Parking in P3 and taking the shuttle is usually quicker and calmer than hunting for a short-stay space when the airport is busy.

How to pre-book, pay, change or cancel

Book your exact arrival and departure times on the official Schiphol parking site, pick the car park, and you receive a confirmation that opens the barrier automatically on arrival via licence-plate recognition — no paper ticket needed for a reservation. Pay at the machines or service desks by credit card, contactless, bank card, iDEAL via QR code, or cash if you drive up without booking.

Reservations can usually be changed up to 24 hours before arrival. A cancellation option is inexpensive — around €5 and non-refundable — but only if you add it when you book; without it a reservation may not be refundable, so tick that box if your plans are uncertain. Note that parking in P1 without a reservation is capped in duration, with a penalty (reported around €100 per day) for exceeding the limit, another reason to reserve in advance.

Schiphol parking options compared (approximate 2026 rates)