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Cheapest round-trip
$695
Typical prices: $774-$919
Iberia
Thu 9/10Wed 9/23
AMS - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$815
Typical prices: $755-$964
Lufthansa
Thu 9/17Fri 10/9
AMS - SFO • Non-stop
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KLM Premium Comfort adds two checked bags; Lufthansa Premium Economy adds space.
Delta offers free Wi-Fi; at AMS, book a free security timeslot to save time.
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You can fly direct with KLM and United Airlines. Average duration is 10h 57m
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Cheapest • Avg $573 (round-trip)
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Cheap Flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco (AMS-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 23
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10:00 am - 8:25 pmAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
19h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:58 pm - 5:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
17h 52m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow
$695Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 23
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9:35 am - 3:50 pmAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
15h 15m1 stop Dublin
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5:40 pm - 4:20 pmSFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
13h 40m1 stop Dublin
$713Aer Lingus
Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 23
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10:00 am - 8:25 pmAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
19h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:58 pm - 5:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
17h 52m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow
$716Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 23
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9:35 am - 3:50 pmAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
15h 15m1 stop Dublin
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5:40 pm - 4:20 pmSFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
13h 40m1 stop Dublin
$717Aer Lingus
Sun, Sep 27 - Wed, Sep 30
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8:30 pm - 2:40 pmAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
27h 10m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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4:45 pm - 7:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
17h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$754Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Mon, Oct 12
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8:30 pm - 2:40 pmAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
27h 10m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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4:45 pm - 7:45 pmSFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
18h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$755Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 20
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2:50 pm - 4:50 pmAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
11h 00mnonstop
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8:15 am - 9:30 amSFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
16h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$773United Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 20
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11:00 am - 9:45 pmAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
19h 45m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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2:50 pm - 10:20 amSFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
10h 30mnonstop
$778United Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 19
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10:55 am - 10:18 pmAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
20h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:36 am - 8:40 amSFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
17h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$786British Airways
Sun, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 19
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10:55 am - 7:13 pmAMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
17h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:00 am - 8:40 amSFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
14h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$789British Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Amsterdam to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco 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 Francisco?

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 Francisco departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to San Francisco from Amsterdam usually cost between $877 and $1,082 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $695 on Multiple Airlines (Sep 10-Sep 23).

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

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

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco, 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 Francisco is April, where tickets cost $751 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,016 and $1,014 respectively.

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

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 $1,050 on average.

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

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 Francisco, 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 Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 40% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Amsterdam to San Francisco

 
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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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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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February

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$513
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 17% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco

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FAQs for booking flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco

  • What are common layovers for flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

    Some common layovers for flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco include London (LHR) which serves as a layover for airlines such as British Airways, Finnair, and American Airlines, Seattle (SEA) which is a layover for airlines such as Delta, KLM, and Air France, Frankfurt (FRA) which is a layover for Lufthansa and United Airlines, and Reykjavik (KEF) which is the layover for IcelandAir.

  • Can I bring a pet on flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco with Air Europa?

    Small pets such as household birds, dogs, cats, fish, aquarium turtles, guinea pigs, hamsters, and small rabbits can travel in the cabin with their owners on Air Europa flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco, while other pets such as amphibians, insects, crustaceans, reptiles, rodents, and birds of prey can only be transported as checked baggage.

  • What seat options does American Airlines offer on flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

    American Airlines offers a range of seat options on its flights, including standard Main Cabin seats for passengers in the back of the plane, Preferred seats, Main Cabin Extra seats, Flagship Suite seats, and Elite-only seats. Main Cabin Extra seats offer extra legroom and can be purchased even after booking a Basic Economy ticket, while Flagship Suite seats provide a private premium experience with a privacy door, chaise lounge seating, and other amenities for customers on flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco.

  • How can I get from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to the city center?

    There are several transportation options available to get from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to the city center. BART trains run from SFO to the city center and operate every 15-20 minutes and the trip takes approximately 30 minutes. SamTrans buses operate from SFO to the city center and SFO connects to SamTrans via the AirTrain shuttle service. Airport shuttles are available to transport passengers to the city center, and some hotels may offer complimentary shuttle services as well.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Amsterdam to San Francisco was $513 for a one-way ticket and $695 for a round-trip.

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

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

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

    Lufthansa, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, Delta, and KLM offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Amsterdam to San Francisco flight route.

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

    The Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Amsterdam to San Francisco flight route.

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

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

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

    There are nonstop flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco are KLM and Delta. With an average price for the route of $1,031 and an overall rating of 7.8, KLM is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,020 and an overall rating of 7.8.

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

    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 Francisco.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco 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 Francisco?

    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 Francisco with an airline and back to Amsterdam with another airline. Booking your flights between Amsterdam and SFO 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 Francisco?

    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 Francisco 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 Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $1,008 or less one-way and $1,201 or less round-trip.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) offers flights to many nearby cities, including Oakland, San Jose, Sacramento, Santa Rosa, Monterey, Reno, Las Vegas, Portland, and Seattle. These flights are operated by airlines such as Alaska Airlines, Delta Airlines, and United Airlines.
  • Travelers looking for affordable flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco may consider booking with IcelandAir. The airline offers various fare classes to suit different travel needs and budgets, such as Economy Light, Economy Standard, and Economy Flex, so travelers can choose the fare that best fits their budget and travel preferences.
  • Iberia offers a range of services to its Business Class passengers on flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco, including access to VIP lounges, priority check-in and boarding, increased baggage allowance, lie-flat seats on select flights, personalized customer service, and complimentary meals and beverages.
  • Direct flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco depart from various terminals at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), depending on the airline. For example, Delta flights to San Francisco depart from Terminal 3's G Gates.
  • Air Transat allows passengers on flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco to bring one carry-on bag and one personal item on board, with maximum dimensions of 9 x 16 x 20 in and a combined weight not exceeding 22 lbs for Economy Class.

Prefer to fly direct from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

 
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 Francisco.
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Direct departures

Amsterdam Schiphol to San Francisco

Monday

KLM,United Airlines

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Tuesday

KLM,United Airlines

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Wednesday

KLM,United Airlines

KLM,United Airlines

Thursday

KLM,United Airlines

KLM,United Airlines

Friday

KLM,United Airlines

KLM,United Airlines

Saturday

KLM,United Airlines

KLM,United Airlines

Sunday

KLM,United Airlines

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Direct returns

San Francisco to Amsterdam Schiphol

Monday

KLM,United Airlines

KLM,United Airlines

Tuesday

KLM,United Airlines

KLM,United Airlines

Wednesday

KLM,United Airlines

KLM,United Airlines

Thursday

KLM,United Airlines

KLM,United Airlines

Friday

KLM,United Airlines

KLM,United Airlines

Saturday

KLM,United Airlines

KLM,United Airlines

Sunday

KLM,United Airlines

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