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$477 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 5/19. 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
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Cheapest round-trip
$789
Typical prices: $1,007-$778
JetBlue
Tue 9/29Tue 10/13
AMS - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$940
Typical prices: $976-$914
KLM
Tue 5/19Tue 5/26
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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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

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 13
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11:20 am - 7:25 pm
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SAN
17h 05m
1 stop
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8:40 pm - 9:20 am
SAN
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AMS
27h 40m
1 stop
$789JetBlue
Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 31
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11:20 am - 6:48 pm
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SAN
16h 28m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
9:45 pm - 11:35 am
SAN
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AMS
29h 50m
1 stop
$848JetBlue
Wed, May 20 - Mon, May 25
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10:00 am - 9:12 pm
AMS
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SAN
20h 12m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
11:01 am - 10:20 am
SAN
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AMS
14h 19m
1 stop
$866Lufthansa
Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 9
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11:10 am - 7:51 pm
AMS
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SAN
17h 41m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
6:40 am - 9:30 am
SAN
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AMS
17h 50m
1 stop
$876Lufthansa
Wed, May 20 - Mon, May 25
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2:50 pm - 10:37 pm
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SAN
16h 47m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
11:55 am - 10:20 am
SAN
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AMS
13h 25m
1 stop
$877Lufthansa
Tue, Jun 2 - Wed, Jun 10
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10:00 am - 7:51 pm
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SAN
18h 51m
2 stops
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11:58 am - 9:20 am
SAN
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AMS
36h 22m
1 stop
$878Lufthansa
Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26
Lufthansa Logo
11:10 am - 9:12 pm
AMS
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SAN
19h 02m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
11:55 am - 10:20 am
SAN
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AMS
13h 25m
1 stop
$879Lufthansa
Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26
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11:10 am - 9:12 pm
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SAN
19h 02m
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8:10 am - 10:35 am
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AMS
17h 25m
2 stops
$880Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 9
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12:00 pm - 6:30 pm
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SAN
15h 30m
1 stop
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6:40 am - 9:30 am
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AMS
17h 50m
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$887Lufthansa
Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26
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12:00 pm - 10:39 pm
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19h 39m
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11:55 am - 10:20 am
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13h 25m
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$891Lufthansa
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.

How much is a round-trip flight from Amsterdam to San Diego?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Amsterdam to San Diego departing in September.

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 Friday, and avoid Saturdays 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 February, where tickets cost $804 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,038 and $1,032 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 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $883 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 41% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Amsterdam to San Diego

 
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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$463
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.
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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 $463 for a one-way ticket and $787 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 787-9 Dreamliner 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 $898 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 $976 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 $1,708 or less one-way and $1,052 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 8442 reviews
7.9Comfort
8.5Crew
7.2Food
8.1Boarding
7.8Entertainment
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Everything went smoothly, although the usual gripes about airline travel were still present: the boarding process is inefficient, the snack selection is limited, and so on. Since there was extra space on the flight, the gate agent rearranged many people's seats to put people on the aisles and windows, leaving the middle seats empty, as much as possible, which was pretty great.

10.0 ExcellentDavid, Apr 2026
DTW - SFO
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Everything went smoothly, although the usual gripes about airline travel were still present: the boarding process is inefficient, the snack selection is limited, and so on. Since there was extra space on the flight, the gate agent rearranged many people's seats to put people on the aisles and windows, leaving the middle seats empty, as much as possible, which was pretty great.

While they turned off most cabin lights to allow people to sleep, I was bothered by how bright the side lights still were. It was still quite bright for me in a window seat, when I wish I could have slept!

One of the flight attendants was a little cranky. I appreciated the free wifi and plug to charge my laptop

WiFi didn’t work most of the time. The usb chargers would work only occasionally for 5 mins and wouldn’t charge after that. Had to keep trying repeatedly at each of the seats in the row.

The crew bent over backwards to thank us for flying and make us comfortable. The food service was quick and efficient. The Captain communicated and said goodbye and thank you as we departed. They really stood out!

Generally on time departures and arrivals, clean planes, sky miles membership provides great benefits (complimentary upgrades, etc).

my mom urmila patel needed a wheelchair which was not available on the curbside. she needed to walk almost 50 meters inside (at the risk of falling) and then had to wait in line to get a wheelchair (this is not ok). Once obtained she had to seat in it for 30-45 minutes for someone to take her in thru the checkin process (which was fairly smooth and easy). the lady who helped her with her checkin process was very courteous and helpful

Staff at the check-in counter were friendly, happy and helpful. They tagged our bags and sent us to “bag drop off” but were not very clear about where that was. The airport was busy we headed off in what we thought was the right direction until a gentleman waved us down and actually came after us. He was the baggage handler for Delta and recognized our “deer in the headlights “ look-he brought us to the right area (which was marked as the Southwest Airlines Drop Off) and sent us on our way. Wonderful guy, low key and working with a big smile on his face. Loved it. Loved him.

Arlene was a great flight attendant. I also liked how one of the other flight attendants gave us a heads up about snacks and asked everyone to remove their headphones when it was their turn to order. Good idea.

I haven’t flown economy in over 20 years but it was not bad. Room by my feet for my bag and seat was roomy enough. Surprised in a good way.

As per usual when you Hit the UK it's a slow process through customs Not as efficient at Thailand for sure

The flight was delayed. The aircraft was unclean. Promised seat was not given due to change in Aircraft. Not one crew on ground was in a position to give any response. Amsterdam Airport is AVIODABLE Over crowded. Over Expensive. Poor Services.

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.

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.

American delayed the flight for a crew rest period. The delay occurred late in the evening - the earliest i can find is 10:20 pm. With a 6 am flight anyone on the flight would have already have been asleep (unless you are insane, a vampire or on drugs) and at least for me i was already on the way to the airport at 445 am the next morning when i discovered they delayed the flight until 9 am. Given the incoming flight was in the air at 6 pm the evening before this should have been figured out a lot more timely that was there only crew to use. Just frustrating given there is no consideration for customer experience anymore in flying.

Flight: Started on time. Comfortable flight. Arrived on time. Crew: Very cordial and helpful. Drinks and snack was served with a smile. Overall enjoyed the trip. Regards, Hari Doss Chanchala Doss

To have arrived on time and not 3 hours late after having already spent $100 to change to an earlier flight, only to arrive back home close to the original flight time.

American Airlines is a miserable experience. It is predictably miserable, in the sense that every time I fly American, I brace myself for the certainty that it will be unpleasant and uncomfortable. But it is unpredictable in the sense that I never know if the flight will be on time or delayed nine hours (both happened to me this week). I never know if I will be able to sit in the seat that I selected when I purchased the ticket or if I will be told by Customer Service (!!!) that I must relocate from first class to a seat in the back of the aircraft with no explanation (both happened to me this week). Will the food be frozen and half defrosted, or scalding hot? Will the drinks be warm? Will the flight attendants be surly and mean? Will the toilets be cramped and foul? Will the seats be narrow and uncomfortable? Will there be a real electric outlet at the seat, or just an unreliable USB-2 port? Will there be enough seats in the boarding lounge or just a few? Will the boarding process be smooth and efficient, or will the gate agents mess it up and delay it needlessly for 30 or 40 minutes? Will the catering and cleaning crew be prompt or will they take an extra 30 minutes? Will the brakes on the aircraft work properly, or will the pilot delay takeoff for four hours while the ground crew attends to what can only be described as routine maintenance that should have been done the night before? I've eexperienced every one of these unpleasant things this year, 2026. The only thing I can reliably count on is that American will find a new way to make the experience of flying as miserable as they possibly can.

Wifi was spotty. Tray table was very dirty when I sat down.

The WiFi would not connect enough for me to do my actual work. It permaspooled, disconnected, said it was connected, then wouldn't open an email... it was frustrating. I am not a tall person, 5'4" - and I felt cramped with little room to reach into my bag under the seat in front of me. I feel sorry for anyone taller than me having to fly. the one positive thing I will add, is the overhead bins are roomy enough to manage more bags than other carriers.

Buying ticket from kayak instant booking was a huge mistake, never to be repeated again! The Kayak didn’t book the tickets directly, it handed it off to a third party Underpricer, that booked a code shared American Airlines flight operated by Cathay Pacific!! When managing the booking American Airlines would recognize the itinerary but wouldn’t let me do anything stating, the flight is operated by Cathay Pacific so go to their website. Cathay Pacific would recognize the itinerary, neither by reservation ID or ticket number…asking to reach out to the third party Underpricer….calling Underpricer resulted in no help like seat requests, mileage number or upgrade request, 15hr layover accommodation voucher guidance…so net in net avoid booking through three layers of intermediaries

Going non stop to lax like I paid for. Not stopping in MCI for gas. Too long of delays

Flight was on time. Cabin attendants made no recognition of my name or being an Advantage Executive Platinum member.

Delayed for mechanical and no updates on what was happening and how long the delay might be.

I was downgraded from business class to economy class with no compensation. American Airlines is absolutely the worst airline for international travel. They treat their business class customers like dogs.

OK, except for a cabin attendant's lack of attention.

efficient. on time. cabin crew were very professional and very nice to deal with. would definately fly BA again.

It was great overall. A few slight improvements could be made on the onboarding process at the Gates with announcements and clarity of communications (both at the gate and in flight). The movies in the entertainment options could be improved for bollywood, hollywood.

I alrady responded to this request, and expllaned at length that this was the worst flying experience in my 77 years. I will NEVER fly BA again.

Airbus A350 is poorly designed for wheelchair users and reduced mobility passengers. The angle of the pods makes it awkward to transfer. I was able to but I have ab stability. It could be a real challenge for people with more severe mobility impairments. You'd think Airbus would have come up with a solution for this or thought more about us disabled folks more when designing this aircraft.

Check-in in SAN was long. ORD was good. Flight delayed On board crew was ok. No warmth or personality. LHrR barely made connection

The crew has always been great on BA. They are very friendly and accommodating. I like that they have vegetarian options already in the menu. And the free wine is a nice perk.) I noticed (both directions of my trip) minor upgrades/ replacements needed on the plane itself (touch screen didn't work with touch; bathroom light didn't go on). However, this is one of my favorite airlines.

Charging for the internet in business is penny wise pound foolish. WIn €20 lose customer goodwill

Everything was spectacular except the boarding. It was just a mob of people while all groups were called over the public address system.

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