How to Make Sure You Don’t Miss Your Flight
Few things are more stressful for travelers than arriving too late at the airport. Missing a flight can lead to extra costs, unnecessary stress, and sometimes a complete change of plans. Luckily, it’s easy to avoid. In this blog, we’ll share how to make sure you arrive at Schiphol Airport with time to spare.
Why do people miss their flights?
While it’s rarely due to oversleeping alone, common causes include:
- Underestimating travel time to the airport
- Misconfigured alarm or forgetting to adjust for daylight saving time
- Public transport delays or unexpected traffic
- Late check-in or long queues at baggage drop-off and security
The golden rule: plan with a buffer
Airlines recommend arriving at Schiphol:
- 2 hours early for European flights
- 3 hours early for intercontinental flights
But that’s the time you should already be at the airport. Make sure to add your travel time plus a buffer for the unexpected.
For example:
- Your flight to Barcelona departs at 08:00
- You should be at Schiphol by 06:00
- Travel time to Schiphol: 30 minutes
- Extra buffer: 30 minutes
You should leave home no later than 05:00
Avoid stress on your way to Schiphol
Want to be sure you leave on time and avoid the risks of public transport, transfers, or delays? Booking a taxi in advance is a smart move.
With Staxi:
- You choose your departure time and get an email confirmation
- You pay a fixed price in advance, no surprises
- You can also book a wheelchair-accessible taxi or group vehicle if needed
Be extra alert with early flights and daylight saving time
Do you have a flight right after the clocks go forward or back? Be extra mindful of the time change. Every year, travelers miss their flight simply because they forgot to adjust the clock. Book your taxi in advance and double-check the pickup time.
Checklist: how not to miss your flight
- Check your flight time and check-in deadline
- Set two alarms (especially for early flights)
- Plan transport with extra margin for delays
- Avoid last-minute stress: book your taxi ahead of time
In conclusion
Missing a flight is frustrating—but often avoidable. With smart planning and reliable transport, you’ll arrive at Schiphol relaxed and on time. Staxi helps make that happen—with fixed prices, dependable drivers and 24/7 service.
