Which airports can I use when flying from Amsterdam to San Jose?

Flights from Amsterdam to San Jose usually depart from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).

Which airports do connecting flights from Amsterdam to San Jose pass through?

Connecting flights from Amsterdam to San Jose most commonly pass through: • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 75% of one-stop connections • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 25% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Amsterdam to San Jose?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 30% on the Amsterdam to San Jose route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $862 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,222, a difference of $360. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in San Jose?

Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Santana Row. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Amsterdam to San Jose?

A nonstop flight from Amsterdam to San Jose takes 0h 00m, covering 5,459 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Amsterdam to San Jose?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

How are flight prices from Amsterdam to San Jose looking right now?

One-way fares from Amsterdam to San Jose are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $869, which is 60% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Amsterdam to San Jose?

Flying via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 41m, compared with 13h 41m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

What is the time difference between Amsterdam and San Jose?

San Jose is 9 hours behind Amsterdam (Pacific Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?

San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Fox • Thrifty • Dollar • Hertz

How much should I expect to pay for a Amsterdam to San Jose flight?

Round-trip flights from Amsterdam to San Jose range from $908 to $1,159, with an average of $956 over the past 12 months. Anything below $908 counts as a good deal.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Amsterdam to San Jose?

Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) is the most popular layover for the Amsterdam to San Jose route. 75% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via SEA.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Amsterdam to San Jose?

Flights via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $831. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Amsterdam to San Jose which airport offers the shortest layover?

Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) had the shortest average connection time for Amsterdam to San Jose layovers at 434 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Amsterdam to San Jose

Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18

9:00 am - 9:43 amAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

33h 43m2 stops London Gatwick Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:26 pm - 8:50 pmSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

22h 24m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl London Heathrow

$716Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Oct 11

12:15 pm - 1:11 pmAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

33h 56m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Denver Intl

6:35 pm - 10:15 amSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

30h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$777Air Canada

Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 28

12:15 pm - 5:32 pmAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

38h 17m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Denver Intl

8:45 am - 10:15 amSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

17h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

$791Air Canada

Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 28

12:15 pm - 5:32 pmAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

38h 17m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Denver Intl

8:45 am - 10:15 amSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

17h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

$802Air Canada

Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 26

1:05 pm - 11:06 amAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

31h 01m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 2:15 pmSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

23h 15m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow

$803American Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18

1:05 pm - 10:41 pmAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

18h 36m2 stops Philadelphia Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:00 am - 10:40 amSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

19h 40m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Philadelphia

$809American Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18

11:55 am - 10:41 pmAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

19h 46m2 stops London Heathrow Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

4:14 pm - 8:10 pmSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

18h 56m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl London Heathrow

$810British Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18

8:45 am - 9:08 pmAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

21h 23m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Denver Intl

6:30 am - 9:35 amSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

18h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$812Lufthansa

Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 26

7:30 am - 9:08 pmAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

22h 38m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Denver Intl

6:30 am - 9:35 amSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

18h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$813Lufthansa

Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 28

12:00 pm - 10:42 pmAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

19h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:30 am - 7:15 amSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

16h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

$817Air Canada

Recent last minute flight deals from Amsterdam to San Jose

Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Oct 5

10:55 am - 10:01 pmAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

20h 06m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 8:40 amSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

17h 40m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Philadelphia

$813Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Oct 5

12:00 pm - 8:54 pmAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

17h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

6:30 am - 9:30 amSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

18h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$820Air Canada

Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Oct 5

10:55 am - 10:01 pmAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

20h 06m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 8:40 amSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

17h 40m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Philadelphia

$822British Airways

Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Oct 5

10:55 am - 10:01 pmAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

20h 06m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 8:40 amSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

17h 40m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Philadelphia

$823Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Oct 5

10:55 am - 10:01 pmAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

20h 06m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 8:40 amSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

17h 40m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Philadelphia

$825British Airways

Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Oct 5

11:15 am - 10:55 pmAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

20h 40m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:35 pm - 7:15 amSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

27h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Newark

$828United Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 30

10:00 am - 10:01 pmAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

21h 01m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:36 pm - 6:45 pmSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

19h 09m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow

$829British Airways

Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Oct 5

11:15 am - 10:55 pmAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

20h 40m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:30 am - 9:30 amSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

18h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$830United Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Oct 5

11:15 am - 10:55 pmAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

20h 40m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:30 am - 9:30 amSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

18h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$831United Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 30

10:00 am - 10:53 amAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-SJC San Jose

33h 53m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:36 pm - 6:45 pmSJC San Jose-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

19h 09m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow

$847British Airways

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Amsterdam to San Jose?

Air Canada ($777) and American Airlines ($801) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Amsterdam to San Jose according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Amsterdam to San Jose?
Flights from Amsterdam to San Jose usually depart from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).
Which airports do connecting flights from Amsterdam to San Jose pass through?
Connecting flights from Amsterdam to San Jose most commonly pass through:

• Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 75% of one-stop connections
• Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 25% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Amsterdam to San Jose?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 30% on the Amsterdam to San Jose route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $862 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,222, a difference of $360. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What popular places can I visit in San Jose?
Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Santana Row. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Amsterdam to San Jose?
A nonstop flight from Amsterdam to San Jose takes 0h 00m, covering 5,459 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Amsterdam to San Jose?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How are flight prices from Amsterdam to San Jose looking right now?
One-way fares from Amsterdam to San Jose are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $869, which is 60% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Amsterdam to San Jose?
Flying via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 41m, compared with 13h 41m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).
What is the time difference between Amsterdam and San Jose?
San Jose is 9 hours behind Amsterdam (Pacific Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?
San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Europcar
• Fox
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
How much should I expect to pay for a Amsterdam to San Jose flight?
Round-trip flights from Amsterdam to San Jose range from $908 to $1,159, with an average of $956 over the past 12 months. Anything below $908 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $862 - about $360 less than Tuesday (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Amsterdam to San Jose trip for October. Fares historically average $760 round-trip in that month - typically $419 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Jose Airport.
- Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
- DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose
- Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

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