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$521+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — AMS
Nov 22 — Nov 291
Sat 11/22
Sat 11/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San José to Amsterdam
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Amsterdam. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 23, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Tue 11/118:30 pmSJO - AMS
Nonstop10h 25mKLM
Wed 11/261:45 pmAMS - SJO
Nonstop11h 40mKLM
Deal found 10/22$1,000
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Wed 11/192:31 pmSJO - AMS
1 stop15h 24mKLM
Wed 12/31:45 pmAMS - SJO
Nonstop11h 40mKLM
Deal found 10/22$1,006
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Tue 11/48:30 pmSJO - AMS
Nonstop10h 25mKLM
Wed 11/261:45 pmAMS - SJO
Nonstop11h 40mKLM
Deal found 10/22$1,008
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Wed 11/58:30 pmSJO - AMS
Nonstop10h 25mKLM
Wed 11/191:45 pmAMS - SJO
Nonstop11h 40mKLM
Deal found 10/22$1,009
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 11/76:50 pmSJO - AMS
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/151:00 pmAMS - SJO
1 stop16h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/23$1,010
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Tue 11/258:05 pmSJO - AMS
1 stop15h 15mAir France
Sat 11/297:20 amAMS - SJO
1 stop17h 30mAir France
Deal found 10/23$1,022
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2210:00 pmSJO - AMS
1 stop28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/39:25 pmAMS - SJO
2 stops45h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$1,023
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Fri 11/78:30 pmSJO - AMS
Nonstop10h 25mKLM
Fri 11/211:45 pmAMS - SJO
Nonstop11h 40mKLM
Deal found 10/23$1,027
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Wed 12/38:30 pmSJO - AMS
Nonstop10h 25mKLM
Tue 1/201:45 pmAMS - SJO
Nonstop11h 40mKLM
Deal found 10/22$1,029
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Tue 11/48:30 pmSJO - AMS
Nonstop10h 25mKLM
Thu 11/131:00 pmAMS - SJO
1 stop16h 07mKLM
Deal found 10/23$1,031
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Fri 11/78:30 pmSJO - AMS
Nonstop10h 25mKLM
Sat 11/151:00 pmAMS - SJO
1 stop16h 07mKLM
Deal found 10/22$1,032

Cheap flight deals from San José to Amsterdam

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 October 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,000
(KLM)

One-way from

$521
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,161

Good round-trip deal

$1,046 or less

Good one-way deal

$920 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 October 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Amsterdam that are best for you.

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San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/7

8:30 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop10h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 11/21

1:45 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop11h 40m

$1,027

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/10

8:30 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop10h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 11/20

1:00 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop16h 07m

$1,032

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/1

8:30 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop10h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 12/24

1:00 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop15h 55m

$1,038

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/19

2:31 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop15h 24m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 12/3

1:00 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$1,063

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/8

5:30 am-8:35 am

1 stop20h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 3/30

12:15 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$1,086

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/11

5:30 am-9:35 am

2 stops21h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 3/30

2:50 pm-7:15 am

1 stop24h 25m

$1,103

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/19

6:30 am-9:35 am

2 stops44h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 1/31

9:15 am-7:53 pm

1 stop17h 38m

$1,103

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/8

5:30 am-8:35 am

1 stop20h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 3/31

9:15 am-10:11 am

2 stops32h 56m

$1,103

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

5:30 am-8:35 am

1 stop20h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 3/30

11:15 am-12:26 pm

2 stops33h 11m

$1,103

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/11

5:30 am-8:35 am

1 stop20h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 4/1

11:00 am-10:11 am

1 stop31h 11m

$1,103

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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 José to Amsterdam in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 José-Amsterdam flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José-Amsterdam flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Amsterdam flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Amsterdam flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 José-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 José to Amsterdam

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Amsterdam. Price data was last updated on October 17, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San José to Amsterdam may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 56 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Amsterdam (average of $828). Flying from San José to Amsterdam in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,041). 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 SJO to AMS?

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 October 23, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San José to Amsterdam in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

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

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José to Amsterdam?

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 October 23, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Air France, and United Airlines from San José to Amsterdam by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,405 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,405 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,405 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,477 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,405 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,995 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,405 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,350 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,405 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Iberia
7.0
Good
2,997 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,405 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José 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 José to Amsterdam flight route?

    The San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol flight path was viewed by 5 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 José to Amsterdam?

    There are many flights that can get you from San José to Amsterdam in 10h 25m. Fly via KLM to get the fastest option. The distance from San José to Amsterdam is about 5626 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $835, Air Canada will fly you from San José to Amsterdam and back. In addition to Air Canada, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Iberia - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $880 and $927, respectively. You may be able to fly from San José to Amsterdam for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,276 for a flight from San José to Amsterdam. The cheapest flight overall is $414 while the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Amsterdam Schiphol) is currently priced at $891.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 José to Amsterdam?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Amsterdam (average of $828). Flying from San José to Amsterdam in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,041). 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 5 airlines flying from San José to Amsterdam

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 October 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$835Average$1,203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$880Average$1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
IberiaCheapest$927Average$1,157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$979Average$1,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$1,083Average$1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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