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$299+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Amsterdam (AMS)

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SAN — AMS
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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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 Saturday 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$630
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$299
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,199

Good round-trip deal

$756 or less

Good one-way deal

$507 or less
From San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol
One-way flight from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($222 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 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 June 12, 2025.

This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/241:10 pmSAN - AMS
2 stops20h 55mSWISS
Mon 12/18:00 pmAMS - SAN
2 stops33h 16mSWISS
Deal found 6/11$629
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/810:20 pmSAN - AMS
2 stops27h 00mAir Canada
Fri 8/2212:35 pmAMS - SAN
1 stop16h 03mAir Canada
Deal found 6/12$630
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/197:20 pmSAN - AMS
1 stop30h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/111:40 amAMS - SAN
2 stops18h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$632
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/191:55 pmSAN - AMS
Nonstop10h 20mKLM
Sat 11/110:10 amAMS - SAN
1 stop16h 16mKLM
Deal found 6/10$634
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/18:10 amSAN - AMS
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/239:50 amAMS - SAN
2 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$642
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/86:15 amSAN - AMS
1 stop16h 40mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/2210:55 amAMS - SAN
2 stops17h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$644
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Fri 9/267:00 amSAN - AMS
2 stops22h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 10/1010:25 amAMS - SAN
2 stops17h 31mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/12$665
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/316:20 amSAN - AMS
1 stop20h 20mIberia
Mon 11/107:10 amAMS - SAN
2 stops34h 16mIberia
Deal found 6/10$667
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3111:40 amSAN - AMS
1 stop14h 50mAir France
Sat 11/812:30 pmAMS - SAN
1 stop16h 56mAir France
Deal found 6/10$690
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1110:00 amSAN - AMS
1 stop17h 10mDelta
Tue 9/239:50 amAMS - SAN
Nonstop11h 10mDelta
Deal found 6/10$709
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/910:49 amSAN - AMS
2 stops26h 26mAustrian Airlines
Mon 8/188:05 pmAMS - SAN
2 stops32h 41mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$772
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/34:40 pmSAN - AMS
1 stop16h 50mBritish Airways
Mon 8/117:20 pmAMS - SAN
2 stops34h 56mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$853

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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 June 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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San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Fri 8/8

10:20 pm-10:20 am

2 stops27h 00m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 8/22

12:35 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop16h 03m

$630

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Mon 9/1

8:10 am-10:20 am

1 stop17h 10m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 9/23

9:50 am-7:35 pm

2 stops18h 45m

$642

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Fri 8/8

6:15 am-7:55 am

1 stop16h 40m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 8/22

10:55 am-7:38 pm

2 stops17h 43m

$644

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Tue 9/2

7:21 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 59m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 9/16

12:15 pm-11:31 am

1 stop32h 16m

$652

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Tue 9/2

1:55 pm-9:15 am

Nonstop10h 20m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 9/9

9:50 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop11h 10m

$654

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Tue 9/2

1:22 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop14h 38m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 9/16

9:50 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop11h 10m

$658

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Thu 8/21

10:00 am-9:00 pm

2 stops26h 00m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 9/11

7:00 am-6:56 pm

2 stops20h 56m

$665

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Sun 8/3

10:54 am-1:55 pm

2 stops18h 01m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 8/19

8:00 am-7:46 pm

2 stops20h 46m

$690

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Tue 9/2

8:18 am-8:00 am

1 stop14h 42m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 9/15

2:55 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops39h 50m

$695

San DiegoAmsterdam

SAN - AMS

SANAMS

San Diego

Sat 8/9

10:49 am-10:15 pm

2 stops26h 26m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 8/18

8:05 pm-7:46 pm

2 stops32h 41m

$772

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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 June 9, 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 $1,175). 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to Amsterdam in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 23% 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 at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Amsterdam by month

Plan your trip to Amsterdam by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Amsterdam ranges from 1.2 - 3.9 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Amsterdam when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Amsterdam by month

Plan your trip to Amsterdam by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Amsterdam, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 60.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of February, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM and Austrian Airlines from San Diego to Amsterdam by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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

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  • 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, Air Canada ($630), American Airlines ($644), and United Airlines ($652) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Amsterdam. Air Canada is 30% 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 $323 on WestJet. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include JetBlue from $393 and Air Canada from $415 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 (40%), Air France (40%), Virgin Atlantic( 40%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to Amsterdam is $374. On average you can expect to pay $2,507. The most popular route, (San Diego - Amsterdam Schiphol), can usually be booked for $560.

  • 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 $1,175). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$592Average$896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$624Average$1,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$625Average$841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
KLMCheapest$632Average$1,063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$641Average$1,052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$648Average$729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$692Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$707Average$1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
JetBlueCheapest$771Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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