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$427 Find Cheap Flights from Amsterdam to San Diego

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Amsterdam to San Diego departing on 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Amsterdam to San Diego, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Amsterdam to San Diego, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$776
Overall average: $851
Lufthansa
Thu 4/23Thu 5/7
AMS - SAN • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$847
Typical prices: $805-$917
Delta
Thu 4/23Thu 5/7
AMS - SAN • Non-stop
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Book a timeslot for security at AMS to save time.
Take the Route 992 bus from SAN to Downtown San Diego.
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Tue, Thu, Sat
You can fly direct with KLM. Average duration is 11h 05m
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Lufthansa
Cheapest • from $776 (round-trip)
Delta
Best reviews • 7.9 score
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Dallas (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $721 (round-trip)
London (LHR)
Shortest trip • 15h 06m (one-way)
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KLM
Most punctual • 86% on-time
Morning flights
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
4 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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May
Cheapest • 10% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Amsterdam to San Diego (AMS-SAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Amsterdam to San Diego that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Amsterdam to San Diego

Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, May 7
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8:00 am - 5:16 pm
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SAN
18h 16m
2 stops
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11:04 am - 10:20 am
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AMS
14h 16m
1 stop
$776Lufthansa
Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, May 7
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8:00 am - 5:16 pm
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18h 16m
2 stops
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11:04 am - 10:20 am
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AMS
14h 16m
1 stop
$777Lufthansa
Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, May 7
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8:00 am - 5:16 pm
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SAN
18h 16m
2 stops
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7:00 am - 9:00 am
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AMS
17h 00m
2 stops
$782Lufthansa
Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, May 7
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12:00 pm - 6:51 pm
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15h 51m
1 stop
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11:04 am - 10:20 am
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14h 16m
1 stop
$784Lufthansa
Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, May 7
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12:00 pm - 6:51 pm
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15h 51m
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11:04 am - 10:20 am
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14h 16m
1 stop
$785Lufthansa
Mon, Apr 13 - Tue, Apr 28
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10:00 am - 6:38 pm
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SAN
17h 38m
2 stops
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6:20 am - 9:30 am
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AMS
18h 10m
1 stop
$794Lufthansa
Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, May 7
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8:00 am - 5:16 pm
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SAN
18h 16m
2 stops
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4:26 pm - 10:00 pm
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20h 34m
2 stops
$797Lufthansa
Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jul 28
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10:55 am - 5:51 pm
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15h 56m
1 stop
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7:40 pm - 6:30 pm
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13h 50m
1 stop
$799Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Tue, Apr 28
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11:00 am - 9:26 pm
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19h 26m
1 stop
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11:00 am - 10:20 am
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14h 20m
1 stop
$802Lufthansa
Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, May 7
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8:00 am - 5:16 pm
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18h 16m
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$809Lufthansa
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Amsterdam to San Diego flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Amsterdam to San Diego to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Amsterdam to San Diego?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Amsterdam to San Diego clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to San Diego on a Monday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to Amsterdam, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Mondays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Amsterdam to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam to San Diego is May, where tickets cost $798 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,099 and $1,023 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Amsterdam to San Diego?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $761 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Amsterdam to San Diego?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Amsterdam to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Amsterdam to San Diego, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 39% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

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Brandon Schultz

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Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Blane Bachelor

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$427
Most popular time to fly with an average 24% increase in price.
Flight from Amsterdam to San Diego

When to book flights from Amsterdam to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Amsterdam to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Amsterdam to San Diego

  • What is the cheapest flight from Amsterdam to San Diego?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Amsterdam to San Diego was $427 for a one-way ticket and $776 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Amsterdam and San Diego?

    A passport is required to fly from Amsterdam to San Diego.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Amsterdam to San Diego?

    Delta, and KLM offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Amsterdam to San Diego flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Amsterdam to San Diego?

    The Boeing 777-200/200ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Amsterdam to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Amsterdam to San Diego?

    oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Amsterdam and San Diego, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Amsterdam to San Diego?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from Amsterdam to San Diego on on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Amsterdam to San Diego, Delta or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Amsterdam to San Diego are Delta and KLM. With an average price for the route of $840 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $954 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Amsterdam to San Diego?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Amsterdam to San Diego.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Amsterdam to San Diego?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from Amsterdam is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Amsterdam to San Diego?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Diego with an airline and back to Amsterdam with another airline. Booking your flights between Amsterdam and SAN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Amsterdam to San Diego?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Diego from Amsterdam up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Amsterdam to San Diego

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $811 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Amsterdam to San Diego?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Amsterdam Schiphol to San Diego.
Find which airlines fly direct from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to San Diego Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Amsterdam Schiphol to San Diego

Tuesday

KLM

KLM

Thursday

KLM

KLM

Saturday

KLM

KLM

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Direct returns

San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol

Tuesday

KLM

KLM

Thursday

KLM

KLM

Saturday

KLM

KLM

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Amsterdam to San Diego

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Amsterdam to San Diego. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Amsterdam to San Diego? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8271 reviews
7.2Food
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
7.8Entertainment
7.9Comfort
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Left a few minutes early. Got in 15 minutes early. Very attentive service on board. Very organized boarding.

10.0 ExcellentCharles, Mar 2026
ABQ - LAX
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Left a few minutes early. Got in 15 minutes early. Very attentive service on board. Very organized boarding.

There’s not much to say about a one hour flight. This is a connection from LA to RNO that I missed the previous night due to a mechanical check delay on my originating flight from JFK to LAX. The short flight itself was fine. Instructions from the pilot and crew were per usual. The coffee was barely lukewarm, which possibly was purposeful so we would down it quickly. Bags were already on carousel upon reaching baggage claim, which was excellent.

Boarding was efficient and smooth. Departure time was on time. Arrival to Detroit was early. Average food . Average crew service Very average cabin comfort. Nothing spectacular one way ir another, except for the excellent on time performance.

Delta continues to set the benchmark for traveler-friendly service with minimal disruption and clear communication within the mainland US (coast to coast). I am consistently pleased to be a Delta customer, and this experience once again met my expectations. There was a brief delay departing from MIA due to a technical issue that required the aircraft to return to the gate. However, the situation was handled professionally and transparently. Fortunately, my planned layover allowed ample buffer time, so the adjustment caused no stress. Overall, another smooth and reassuring experience.

Awful - both legs. The check in was awful, getting on the plane required walking down a spiral staircase (dangerous), then taking a bus about 5 miles out from the terminal. The seat was broken (I was in business), there was no internet during the flight (both legs). The aircraft was very old. I saw rust in some place, tape holding things up in the bathroom. This was an unacceptable experience for such a long haul flight.

Awesome! On time flight, early arrival, and a complimentary upgrade!

Was forced to check in my small carry on, even though I informed the crew it has very fragile items inside

They double booked seats, the gate staff changed my ticket as I was boarding she went over to the computer and changed it without telling me. She messed up an entire three row section for me and others. Other travelers were outraged but the gate staff were so rude, so condescending saying it wasn't their problem to solve. I would rate this a zero if I could. Will not fly Delta again I'll stick with United and American.

I usually get upgraded so my experience is usually amazing. I did not get upgraded this time - which was fine - but the wifi had issues, the monitors were going in & out, & (though not Delta's fault) one of the gentlemen next to me desperately needed a shower.

I really liked the legroom. I am 6’4”.a at For some reason our seats were not together and using the app to fix it didn’t work. Passengers were nice enough to move for us but you should absolutely ensure a parent sits with their child.

It was really nice experience by flying this klm flight.I personally recommend everyone to please try this klm flight

The crew were unprofessional with a racist element. I was physically abused as well from one of the crew members

Crew is not the cheerful type. very slow meal service (this is their style as have flown this many times)

Empty seats next to me - wish it had been for a longer flight!!

I’m grateful for the KLM Air France shuttle bus service to Ottawa. However due to construction and other issues related to the chaotic Uber pickup system at YUL, it’s a challenge to find the Kelios bus service to Ottawa. The signs are not clear or even available. No staff to guide passengers. It’s a stressful experience.

Flight was on time, staff are friendly and helpful onboard.

Terrible last row seats many seats available but no offer to move to better seat

Delay on my previous leg, had to run to catch my flight. But that happens. Overall ok.

Delay and had to run between flight to get my connection due to this delay but besides that the overall experience was ok. I arrived with just an hour of delay.

They forgot to serve food and the crew was very unfriendly. Never experienced such a bad KLM flight. Usually fly from Toronto. New York was different.

Smooth flight. From the early boarding and all were on board before departure time and arrived early in ONT. Great crew. Thank you!!!!

Everything smooth. The only thing is that my connecting flight in the US to my final destination was delayed. The time changed 4 times. For the rest, everything on time without issues

The flight was significantly delayed for 6.5 hours because of snow. There was no communication once the plane returned to the gate regarding when the flight would resume. Other flights were departing while our flight was being unloaded for reasons unknown. Our flight also seemed out of the queue regarding further deicing, refueling, and waiting to Taxi to the runway.

They are always late and seats was also not having working charger

did not have enough meal for first class passengers so offer us snack

We were upgraded to Business Class. So comfortable with great service and food options

The flight was completely full. Crew was not happy. Everyone was rude and brusque. Travelling with an arm in a cast and seating in the first row of economy cabin (in front of the separation) I needed help retrieving my tray for the meal. A staff member literally threw the tray on my lap, without helping to take out the tray. Boarding was messy, with 300 people waiting in an encloses space with low ceiling. I will try to avoid AA next time I have a long flight.

The comfort of Business Class made this trip far more comfortable. I was indeed surprised when I asked one of the flight attendant to help me set up my "bed", she responded that "We don't make beds in Business Class any longer...only First Class" I believe her name was Giselle, but I'm not certain. She did instruct me how to adjust the seat, place the hooded cover and I clearly understood how to place the blanket and the cover. Additionally, the meal I was served (a beef dish) was almost inedible. The beef was tough and odd tasting. I didn't mention it as I was hoping to quickly settle down and try to get some sleep.

Amazing I love American. I’ll never fly anyone else if I can help it.

Everything about the flight was lovely. My only suggestion would be to offer a few more options of tv series from Apple TV or HBO.

The worst parts were not BA’s fault. The chaos of passport control etc was totally unnecessary. One of the Officers who was stamping passports (remember that) told me that if I had a problem, I should contact Boris Johnson! Secondly, the distance from the Lounge to the Gate was beyond acceptable. All in all, the issues with immigration and emigration and the hikes within the airport mean I won’t be returning anytime soon

I paid for a very expensive Business Class seat to and from Cairo Egypt from Charleston SC. There was partnership from states to London using American Airlines. That leg was amazing. The British Airlines leg was a joke. They used the standard no leg room 3 by 3 seats. A tray was put on the middle seat. The trip was 5 hours, from London to Cairo, thus my BC purchase. There was no screen proving tv/movie options, only a small device plug. The fold down tray and the bag of peanuts were typical of normal short run flying. The one toilet was located in the galley. We all got to know each other well. This was my first and last trip with British Airlines. I now understand why they would NEVER give me a seat chart so that I could make a selection.prior to departure. It honestly would not have made a difference, there were less than 50% of occupied seats. Apparently everyone got the memo but me. I have never felt so cheated as with that trip, got to so another going back to London, yeah. I will be sending a letter to customer service and asking for a refund. I will be photos comparing the two BC legs. OH, one more thing. The FC ticket holders got bulkhead and exit row seats. I know they had to be thrilled

Late takeoff, but on time landing. Lost bags, 3 days to find them, still in transit to my location. Power outlets broken, Wi-Fi not working, so much for working on the long flight.

Late! Late and late! More than 1hr 30mn. This sucks when it is the last of a 4 flight journey. I missed my dinner! Which is not nice on Valentine’s Day!!! But better than the gate next to us, the poor Chinese people were rebooked to the next day flight. AA had to call security as it became very heated with the passengers! It was a mess at DFW that afternoon/evening. I wish they had some food for the people who travel as part of international journey. Indigo does it in India and it is fantastic.

Good. For a long flight. The comfort of the seat could be better. Also, the food was « normal » plane food. Not indian plane food unfortunately! Everything else was smooth and great.

The seats were comfortable. So many empty seats allowed for stretching out and sleeping. The onboard entertainment was pretty good. The cabin crew were so kind and kept the passengers well- hydrated, and well fed.

We had American Airlines on our return and it was confusing if we were going with Aa or BA I had 2 different flight numbers and didn’t get our gate until it was boarding. So we were a bit nervous as the which it was

Our Jackson, Mississippi to Dallas Fort Worth flight was delayed on 1/19/26.. This was changed to Jackson to Charlotte in the last minute because of this delay. This started some kind of disconnect between American Airlines and British Airways bookings. We could not go past the passport control in London Heathrow. I had to go to the counter and waited for more than 30 minutes to get a new boarding pass. Problems did not end there. Somehow our entire return flight was canceled by someone. I had to make several phone calls over several days to fix the problem – this was not easy from India. Looks like there was some kind of disconnect between two airlines or some agent did not do it right. I’m anxious to know what went wrong.

My touch screen at my seat wasn't working, the films BA advertised on the website for this flight were not available, and the plane was a little dated, food was good and the staff were good, just let down by the aircraft facilities.

Did not like the seating configuration at all with 2+3+2 in business class. Lacking total privacy and comfort

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