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$307+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Amsterdam (AMS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — AMS
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol are usually found in February or January, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Amsterdam
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Amsterdam. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/287:00 amSAN - AMS
1 stop17h 35mLufthansa
Thu 1/158:40 amAMS - SAN
2 stops22h 53mLufthansa
Deal found 12/10$721
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/285:10 pmSAN - AMS
1 stop30h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/1511:55 amAMS - SAN
1 stop32h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$743
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:15 amSAN - AMS
1 stop19h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 12/289:15 amAMS - SAN
1 stop23h 44mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/11$948
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/129:25 amSAN - AMS
2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/249:35 amAMS - SAN
2 stops17h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$1,185
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/129:25 amSAN - AMS
2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/239:35 amAMS - SAN
2 stops17h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$1,222
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2811:25 amSAN - AMS
2 stops20h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 1/156:50 amAMS - SAN
3 stops24h 57mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,285
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1211:38 amSAN - AMS
1 stop14h 57mJetBlue
Tue 12/231:40 pmAMS - SAN
1 stop29h 51mJetBlue
Deal found 12/9$1,310
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2511:50 amSAN - AMS
2 stops25h 30mLufthansa
Thu 1/111:40 amAMS - SAN
1 stop16h 01mLufthansa
Deal found 12/10$1,492
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/252:23 pmSAN - AMS
2 stops18h 02mBritish Airways
Sun 12/287:05 amAMS - SAN
1 stop18h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/11$1,515
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:15 amSAN - AMS
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/281:05 pmAMS - SAN
2 stops19h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,526

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Amsterdam (AMS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Round-trip from

$510
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$307
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$871

Good round-trip deal

$715 or less

Good one-way deal

$444 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Amsterdam that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Amsterdam that are best for you.

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Price

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Sun 2/15

3:40 pm-8:35 am

1 stop31h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 2/27

11:55 am-11:53 am

1 stop32h 58m

$541

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Sat 2/14

3:40 pm-8:35 am

1 stop31h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 3/1

11:55 am-11:53 am

1 stop32h 58m

$541

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Sat 1/24

8:00 am-8:35 am

1 stop15h 35m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 1/31

11:55 am-3:04 pm

2 stops36h 09m

$541

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Fri 2/13

10:15 pm-8:05 am

1 stop24h 50m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 2/28

11:55 am-11:53 am

1 stop32h 58m

$541

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Sun 2/15

3:40 pm-8:35 am

1 stop31h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 3/1

11:55 am-11:53 am

1 stop32h 58m

$541

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Mon 2/16

3:40 pm-8:35 am

1 stop31h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 3/1

11:55 am-11:53 am

1 stop32h 58m

$541

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Wed 2/11

10:00 pm-8:05 am

1 stop25h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 3/1

11:55 am-11:53 am

1 stop32h 58m

$541

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Sun 2/8

1:05 pm-8:05 am

1 stop34h 00m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 2/22

11:55 am-11:53 am

1 stop32h 58m

$542

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Sun 1/11

2:11 pm-9:35 am

1 stop34h 24m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 1/24

11:55 am-11:28 am

1 stop32h 33m

$542

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Tue 2/10

6:30 am-5:55 am

1 stop14h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 3/3

9:55 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop11h 10m

$545

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Amsterdam in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Amsterdam flights, users find the pricing of Gotogate to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Gotogate Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Amsterdam flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Gotogate >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Amsterdam flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Amsterdam flights, Cheapflights users trust Gotogate the most. Gotogate has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Amsterdam flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Amsterdam

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Amsterdam from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Amsterdam

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Amsterdam. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Amsterdam, you should look to book at least 46 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Amsterdam?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Amsterdam (average of $359). Flying from San Diego to Amsterdam in June is currently the most expensive (average of $788). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to AMS?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Amsterdam. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to Amsterdam in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Amsterdam. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Amsterdam flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Amsterdam

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Amsterdam. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Amsterdam. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM, and American Airlines from San Diego to Amsterdam. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,899 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,571 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Amsterdam. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Amsterdam flight route?

    The San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol flight path was viewed by 10 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Amsterdam?

    Departing from San Diego to Amsterdam will take you 31h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5596 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Amsterdam round-trip?

    According to our current data, JetBlue ($345), British Airways ($484), and Air France ($508) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Amsterdam. JetBlue is 62% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Amsterdam one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $274 on JetBlue. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Scandinavian Airlines from $293 and United Airlines from $398 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Amsterdam?

    Before booking your flight to Amsterdam from San Diego, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (90%), Air France (90%), Virgin Atlantic( 90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Amsterdam?

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to Amsterdam is $308. On average you can expect to pay $2,060. The most popular route, (San Diego - Amsterdam Schiphol), can usually be booked for $531.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Amsterdam that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Amsterdam flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Amsterdam?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Amsterdam.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Amsterdam?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Amsterdam by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Amsterdam (average of $359). Flying from San Diego to Amsterdam in June is currently the most expensive (average of $788). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Diego to Amsterdam

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Amsterdam. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$345Average$1,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
British AirwaysCheapest$484Average$806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air FranceCheapest$508Average$792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$566Average$1,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$573Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$574Average$691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$588Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$589Average$819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$641Average$947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
LufthansaCheapest$646Average$1,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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