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$293+ 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 10/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — AMS
Aug 19 — Aug 261
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol are usually found in February or January, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Amsterdam

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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$639
(lol.travel)

One-way from

$293
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$772

Good round-trip deal

$782 or less

Good one-way deal

$563 or less
From San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol
One-way flight from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($236 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol.
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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 August 14, 2025.

This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/214:05 pmSAN - AMS
2 stops18h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 10/710:40 amAMS - SAN
2 stops19h 07mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/13$639
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/254:05 pmSAN - AMS
2 stops19h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 10/710:40 amAMS - SAN
2 stops19h 07mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/12$664
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/259:59 amSAN - AMS
2 stops26h 01mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 10/312:05 pmAMS - SAN
2 stops16h 01mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/13$667
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/53:59 pmSAN - AMS
2 stops20h 36mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 11/117:00 amAMS - SAN
2 stops24h 54mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/14$679
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1011:05 amSAN - AMS
2 stops18h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/178:20 pmAMS - SAN
2 stops31h 46mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/12$681
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Sun 9/218:10 amSAN - AMS
1 stop17h 10mAir Canada
Tue 10/712:15 pmAMS - SAN
1 stop32h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 8/14$683
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Tue 10/77:10 amSAN - AMS
2 stops17h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 10/1210:15 amAMS - SAN
2 stops21h 16mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/14$686
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Fri 9/57:30 amSAN - AMS
2 stops21h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/1710:25 amAMS - SAN
2 stops17h 41mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/12$692
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/227:10 amSAN - AMS
2 stops26h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 10/277:00 amAMS - SAN
2 stops24h 06mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/14$694

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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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Amsterdam that are best for you.

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San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Sun 9/21

4:05 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 10/7

10:40 am-8:47 pm

2 stops19h 07m

$639

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Fri 9/5

11:05 am-6:05 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 10/3

10:25 am-7:06 pm

2 stops17h 41m

$664

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Wed 9/24

4:05 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops20h 30m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 10/7

10:40 am-8:47 pm

2 stops19h 07m

$664

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Sat 9/13

9:59 am-10:45 pm

2 stops27h 46m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 10/6

10:40 am-11:47 pm

2 stops22h 07m

$664

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Wed 10/22

7:10 am-10:00 am

2 stops17h 50m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 10/28

7:00 am-11:06 pm

2 stops24h 06m

$664

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Thu 9/25

4:05 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops19h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 10/7

10:40 am-8:47 pm

2 stops19h 07m

$664

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Sat 10/25

12:18 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops40h 32m

$293

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Sat 10/11

10:17 am-11:20 am

3 stops40h 03m

$293

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Mon 10/6

7:47 pm-4:35 pm

3 stops35h 48m

$298

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Tue 12/9

10:40 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops29h 10m

$312

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Amsterdam

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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 August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Amsterdam, you should look to book at least 72 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Amsterdam (average of $604). Flying from San Diego to Amsterdam in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,164). 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 August 14, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to Amsterdam in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 20% 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. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Diego to Amsterdam?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Diego to Amsterdam chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 88% of 1-stop itineraries from San Diego to Amsterdam on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Diego to Amsterdam?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Diego to Amsterdam, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

London (LHR) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $900.

What’s the fastest layover option from San Diego to Amsterdam?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to Amsterdam, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 13h 40m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Diego to Amsterdam?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to Amsterdam, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 16m.

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 August 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM, and United 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.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Diego to Amsterdam?

    Booking a flight from San Diego (SAN) to Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) is your only option if you wish to fly from San Diego to Amsterdam. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from San Diego to Schiphol, all of which are around 10h 20m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 9 airlines when you book a flight from San Diego to Amsterdam.

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

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

    According to our current data, JetBlue ($345), British Airways ($490), and KLM ($583) 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 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: Delta (94%), KLM (92%), Air France( 92%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to Amsterdam is $483. On average you can expect to pay $2,006. The most popular route, (San Diego - Amsterdam Schiphol), can usually be booked for $639.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Amsterdam (average of $604). Flying from San Diego to Amsterdam in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,164). 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 9 airlines flying from San Diego to Amsterdam

Discover the top 9 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$345Average$1,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
British AirwaysCheapest$490Average$875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$583Average$1,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$585Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$589Average$796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$614Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$646Average$1,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$648Average$729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$692Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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