SimFlying Aalsmeer: Airbus A320 & Boeing 737 Simulators near Amsterdam Schiphol

Flight Simulator Amsterdam — Airbus A320 & Boeing 737 at SimFlying, Aalsmeer

SimFlying is the Netherlands’ most highly rated public flight simulator centre — a perfect 5.0/5 from 448 Google reviews, located in Aalsmeer just minutes from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Operating an Airbus A320 and a Boeing 737NG simulator with a team of 15+ real airline pilots as instructors, SimFlying has been welcoming aviation enthusiasts, aspiring pilots, and gift experience seekers for over 13 years. With 900+ satisfied customers per year and instructors who currently fly the very aircraft they teach in, this is one of the most credible and consistently praised simulator experiences in the Netherlands.

Free parking is available directly at the door. Sessions start from €220 for 90 minutes — all-inclusive pricing with no hidden extras. The simulators are available for beginners wanting a memorable experience, home sim enthusiasts wanting to challenge themselves in a real cockpit, and professionals preparing for airline assessments.

Airbus A320 Simulator

The A320 at SimFlying is described by reviewers as having “real sidesticks and a good single-piece screen which prevents distortion” — a thoughtful hardware choice that makes the Airbus fly-by-wire experience particularly convincing. All instruments, systems, and controls function as in the real aircraft. Popular routes among visitors include Amsterdam to Copenhagen, Schiphol to Funchal, and Curacao to Bonaire — but any airport in the world can be selected, including challenging approaches at Innsbruck, Kai Tak, and Sint Maarten’s Princess Juliana. Instructor Rogier describes the A320 as ideal for beginners because of the fly-by-wire controls, which help new pilots maintain stable flight more easily.

Boeing 737NG Simulator

The Boeing 737NG at SimFlying is described by one recent reviewer as “better and more comprehensive than other sims I’ve flown” — covering everything from cold and dark starts to challenging approaches at LOWI Innsbruck via the steep visual approach procedure. Instructor Jeroen plays ATC during sessions for those who want the full air-ground communication experience. Multiple reviewers specifically mention the physical sensation of the Boeing’s yoke controls during turns — describing the weight and resistance as convincingly realistic. Particular highlights include landings at Sint Maarten, Kai Tak, and Quito.

Instructor Team

SimFlying’s instructors are all real, active or recently active airline pilots — not experience guides or simulator technicians. Named instructors in reviews include Rik (who “guided excellently and gave tips to perform well during airline inspection”), Jelle (consistently praised for patience and enthusiasm), Jeroen (who “plays ATC and is a great guy”), Duncan (“fantastic job, adapted perfectly to our needs”), Matthijs (a Transavia pilot), Maarten (a B787 pilot), and Rogier, Dennis, Ray, Stan, Masood, Ed, and others. The breadth and consistency of praise for the instruction is the defining characteristic of SimFlying’s reviews — reviewers return specifically because of the quality and personality of the team.

Session Options

Sessions are booked in time blocks, with full flexibility over how the time is used. Pricing starts from €220 for 90 minutes all-inclusive. A Strippenkaart (multi-session card) is available for frequent visitors wanting to return regularly at reduced per-session pricing — popular with home sim enthusiasts, aspiring cadets, and professionals wanting regular currency practice. Video recording of your session is available as an add-on.

For Professionals

SimFlying provides structured airline assessment preparation sessions every week for multiple different carriers, as well as APS-MCC training and flight school preparation programmes. Reviewers who have used the centre for airline selections describe it as genuinely effective — one passed their EPST selection having trained only at SimFlying. A type-rated A320 captain described the simulator as flying “at a very high level” after their type rating, endorsing it for both beginners and professionals.

Corporate and Team Events

Team adventures and corporate training sessions are available for companies wanting a fun and educational group experience or a structured CRM and decision-making training day. SimFlying also runs specialist CRM programmes for healthcare professionals and ambulance care teams — using the high-pressure decision-making environment of the commercial flight deck as a framework for improving multi-crew performance in medical settings.

Gift Vouchers

Gift vouchers are available online for all session formats — an ideal and original gift for aviation enthusiasts, birthday celebrations, Father’s Day, and special occasions. Valid for 12 months from purchase.

Plan Your Visit

SimFlying is located at Oosteinderweg 157A, 1432 BG Aalsmeer — near Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, easily accessible by car from the A4 and A9 motorways. Free parking is available directly outside the building. Contact SimFlying via the website at simflying.nl, by email at info@simflying.nl, or via WhatsApp for quick responses daily.