Netherlands: Significant disruption at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport following strike April 23

Event

Flight delays and disruptions are ongoing at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) as of the afternoon of April 23 due to an ongoing strike by KLM baggage handlers. Reports indicate that officials have canceled at least 63 flights and several others delayed. Flights operated by Delta and Air France are also affected. Authorities at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport have requested that travelers scheduled to fly before 15:00 do not travel to the airport due to concerns over overcrowding.

Passenger flow is likely to improve over the coming hours, with unconfirmed reports indicating that the baggage handlers have returned to work. Further strikes are possible over the coming days and weeks.

Advice

Plan for delays if transiting AMS April 23. Reconfirm the status of flights before travel. Heed the instructions of local officials.