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$375+ 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 1/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — AMS
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol are usually found in February or October, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$979
(Air France)

One-way from

$375
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,201

Good round-trip deal

$827 or less
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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 September 16, 2025.

This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 10/157:25 pmSJO - AMS
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/291:45 pmAMS - SJO
Nonstop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$979
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/167:25 pmSJO - AMS
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/291:45 pmAMS - SJO
Nonstop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$983
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/11:35 pmSJO - AMS
1 stop15h 20mKLM
Mon 11/105:05 pmAMS - SJO
1 stop27h 01mKLM
Deal found 9/14$986
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Mon 11/32:15 pmSJO - AMS
1 stop15h 40mKLM
Fri 11/77:20 amAMS - SJO
1 stop16h 15mKLM
Deal found 9/16$991
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/298:30 pmSJO - AMS
Nonstop10h 25mKLM
Mon 11/101:45 pmAMS - SJO
Nonstop11h 40mKLM
Deal found 9/15$993
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/177:25 pmSJO - AMS
1 stop15h 50mKLM
Mon 11/35:05 pmAMS - SJO
1 stop26h 45mKLM
Deal found 9/15$996
This Avianca Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Avianca Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/139:45 amSJO - AMS
2 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/257:00 amAMS - SJO
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$997
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Mon 11/108:30 pmSJO - AMS
Nonstop10h 25mKLM
Sun 11/231:45 pmAMS - SJO
Nonstop11h 40mKLM
Deal found 9/16$1,001
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/111:37 amSJO - AMS
2 stops26h 43mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/137:00 amAMS - SJO
3 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,003
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/98:30 pmSJO - AMS
Nonstop10h 25mKLM
Sun 11/231:45 pmAMS - SJO
Nonstop11h 40mKLM
Deal found 9/15$1,004

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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 September 16, 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

Wed 10/1

1:35 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 11/10

5:05 pm-1:06 pm

1 stop27h 01m

$986

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/9

8:30 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop10h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 11/23

1:45 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop11h 40m

$1,004

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/17

8:30 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop10h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 1/19

1:45 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop11h 40m

$1,057

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/5

7:00 am-5:55 am

1 stop15h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 12/10

1:00 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop16h 12m

$1,059

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/5

8:30 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop10h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 11/19

1:45 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop11h 40m

$1,068

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/2

8:30 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop10h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 12/12

1:00 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop16h 12m

$1,133

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/30

1:35 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 10/8

1:00 pm-6:47 pm

1 stop13h 47m

$1,181

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/5

10:58 am-12:10 pm

1 stop17h 12m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 11/2

1:45 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop11h 40m

$1,193

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/29

1:45 am-12:35 pm

2 stops27h 50m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 11/8

7:00 am-12:15 am

2 stops24h 15m

$1,197

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/8

11:01 am-5:35 pm

2 stops23h 34m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 2/15

11:00 am-9:52 pm

2 stops17h 52m

$1,206

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Best time to book a flight from San José to Amsterdam

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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, San José Province 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 September 12, 2025.

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José, San José Province to Amsterdam. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Amsterdam (average of $604). Flying from San José, San José Province to Amsterdam in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,163). 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 September 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San José, San José Province to Amsterdam in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province 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, San José Province to Amsterdam flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings 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.

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 September 16, 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
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,468 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Iberia
7.0
Good
2,924 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this San José, San José Province to Amsterdam flight route?

    Within the past month, 4 users have taken a look at flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol.

  • How long is the flight from San José, San José Province to Amsterdam?

    Airlines like KLM fly from San José, San José Province to Amsterdam in about 15h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between San José, San José Province and Amsterdam is about 5626 mi.

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

    Flying on Air Canada is currently your cheapest option to Amsterdam, with prices starting at $835. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Iberia, with the lowest prices starting at $880 and $927, respectively. You may be able to fly from San José, San José Province to Amsterdam for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,261 for a flight from San José, San José Province to Amsterdam. The cheapest flight overall is $686 while the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Amsterdam Schiphol) is currently priced at $920.

  • 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, San José Province to Amsterdam?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Amsterdam (average of $604). Flying from San José, San José Province to Amsterdam in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,163). 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$835Average$1,171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$880Average$1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
IberiaCheapest$927Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$983Average$1,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$1,083Average$1,349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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