$350 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Amsterdam (AMS)

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Popular airlines from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam (SFO-AMS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $350 for one-way flights and $528 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Thu, May 21
SFO
San Francisco
AMS
Amsterdam
$528 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$528
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 6 from San Francisco to Amsterdam, returning Thu, May 21, priced at $528 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Tue, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 7
SFO
San Francisco
AMS
Amsterdam
$543 Roundtrip, just found
$543
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from San Francisco to Amsterdam, returning Sun, Dec 7, priced at $543 just found
American Airlines
Tue, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 7
SFO
San Francisco
AMS
Amsterdam
$549 Roundtrip, just found
$549
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from San Francisco to Amsterdam, returning Sun, Dec 7, priced at $549 just found
Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 7
SFO
San Francisco
AMS
Amsterdam
$549 Roundtrip, just found
$549
Roundtrip
just found
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from San Francisco to Amsterdam, returning Sun, Dec 7, priced at $549 just found
British Airways
Tue, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 7
SFO
San Francisco
AMS
Amsterdam
$550 Roundtrip, just found
$550
Roundtrip
just found
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from San Francisco to Amsterdam, returning Sun, Dec 7, priced at $550 just found
United
Thu, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 15
SFO
San Francisco
AMS
Amsterdam
$552 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$552
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from San Francisco to Amsterdam, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $552 found 1 hour ago
Lufthansa
Sat, Nov 29 - Fri, Dec 12
SFO
San Francisco
AMS
Amsterdam
$554 Roundtrip, just found
$554
Roundtrip
just found
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Sat, Nov 29 from San Francisco to Amsterdam, returning Fri, Dec 12, priced at $554 just found
Air Canada
Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
SFO
San Francisco
AMS
Amsterdam
$554 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$554
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, Jan 13 from San Francisco to Amsterdam, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $554 found 1 hour ago
JetBlue Airways
Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
SFO
San Francisco
AMS
Amsterdam
$556 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$556
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from San Francisco to Amsterdam, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $556 found 1 hour ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Tue, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 7
SFO
San Francisco
AMS
Amsterdam
$561 Roundtrip, just found
$561
Roundtrip
just found
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from San Francisco to Amsterdam, returning Sun, Dec 7, priced at $561 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Amsterdam (AMS)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $434 - $875 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Amsterdam

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Select flight to Rotterdam The Hague RTM. Average driving time to city center is 57 minutes. Flights from $848
RTM
Rotterdam The Hague
Average driving time to city center57 min
Flights from $848
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Amsterdam (AMS)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Schiphol
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Delta, ITA Airways, Iberia, Icelandair, JetBlue Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$528
Distance
5459 mi
Average flight time
9 hours 15 mins

San Francisco to Amsterdam Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Amsterdam

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Amsterdam

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Amsterdam

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Amsterdam in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $350 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Amsterdam flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Amsterdam airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Schiphol Airport (AMS) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $350 or cheap return flight from $528 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Schiphol Airport (AMS) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Schiphol Airport (AMS)?
Flying in May can help you save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between SFO and AMS. You'll usually find the lowest prices during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Schiphol Airport (AMS)?
When heading out of San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), you can board a nonstop flight to Schiphol Airport (AMS) with KLM.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Schiphol Airport (AMS)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from SFO to AMS, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on what matters most to you, such as preferred carriers and number of stops. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to discover the cheapest flight right away.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Schiphol Airport (AMS)?
On average, San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) offers 5 nonstop flights to Schiphol Airport (AMS) per week. For more options, use Expedia's filters to find flights with one or two stops. Squeeze in a visit to another destination or simply break up your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Schiphol Airport (AMS)?
Flights between SFO and AMS are busiest at 1 PM. If you'd like a quieter trip and potentially cheaper fares, choose a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to AMS?
If you fly on a Saturday, you'll get the largest range of choices for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Schiphol Airport (AMS).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Schiphol Airport (AMS)?
The earliest flight taking off from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is at around 1:45PM UTC-8. Catch this flight and you'll touch down at Schiphol Airport (AMS) at approximately 9:00AM UTC+1. The total time in the air is 10h 15m.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Schiphol Airport (AMS)?
The average flight duration from SFO to AMS is 10 hours and 15 minutes, covering a distance of 5,500 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to AMS?
With 94% of journeys generally arriving as scheduled, KLM has the best on-time performance for direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Schiphol Airport (AMS). To monitor your flight status and get notifications about any changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Schiphol Airport (AMS)?
Choose a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Schiphol Airport (AMS) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures after this hour are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Amsterdam from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you're on a direct flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport (AMS) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Schiphol Airport (AMS) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from SFO to AMS are typically more expensive. To secure the cheapest rates, start searching for flights ahead of time. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, it's possible to score a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to AMS flight and hotel package?
Booking a SFO to AMS flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip all in one place. Pick from our extensive range of hotels and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Schiphol Airport (AMS)?
Typically, you can cancel or reschedule your SFO to AMS flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like more details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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