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$535+ 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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — AMS
may. 5 — may. 121
lun. 5/5
lun. 5/12
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 89 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,011
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$535
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,253

Good round-trip deal

$1,107 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,260 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 abril 30, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
lun. 10/64:10 pmSJO - AMS
1 stop18h 25mIberia
mié. 10/157:20 amAMS - SJO
1 stop15h 15mIberia
Deal found 4/29$1,011
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
mar. 6/37:45 pmSJO - AMS
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 6/77:00 amAMS - SJO
2 stops35h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,025
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
sáb. 9/67:40 pmSJO - AMS
1 stop30h 00mAir France
vie. 9/126:45 amAMS - SJO
1 stop18h 25mAir France
Deal found 4/29$1,053
This Air Europa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Europa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/152:29 pmSJO - AMS
2 stops24h 31mAir Europa
lun. 9/17:00 pmAMS - SJO
2 stops34h 53mAir Europa
Deal found 4/29$1,069
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
jue. 6/57:55 amSJO - AMS
1 stop18h 25mAir Canada
mar. 6/1712:15 pmAMS - SJO
2 stops40h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$1,161
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
mar. 9/302:29 pmSJO - AMS
1 stop13h 41mKLM
vie. 10/3112:25 pmAMS - SJO
Nonstop11h 45mKLM
Deal found 4/29$1,199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
jue. 6/57:55 amSJO - AMS
2 stops17h 25mUnited Airlines
jue. 6/1212:00 pmAMS - SJO
2 stops42h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,206
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 5/78:10 amSJO - AMS
1 stop26h 25mAeromexico
jue. 5/1510:15 pmAMS - SJO
1 stop21h 48mAeromexico
Deal found 4/28$1,242
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/27:25 pmSJO - AMS
2 stops18h 30mLufthansa
mar. 10/281:40 pmAMS - SJO
2 stops31h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 4/29$1,262
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/215:52 amSJO - AMS
1 stop22h 18mCopa Airlines
vie. 9/1212:55 pmAMS - SJO
1 stop13h 53mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,344

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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

lun. 10/6

4:10 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

mié. 10/15

7:20 am-2:35 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$1,011

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 6/3

7:45 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops33h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

sáb. 6/7

7:00 am-10:27 am

2 stops35h 27m

$1,025

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 6/9

7:40 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop15h 35m

Amsterdam Schiphol

sáb. 6/14

9:30 am-5:25 pm

1 stop15h 55m

$1,051

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 7/15

2:29 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops24h 31m

Amsterdam Schiphol

lun. 9/1

7:00 pm-9:53 pm

2 stops34h 53m

$1,069

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 6/5

7:55 am-10:20 am

1 stop18h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

lun. 6/16

12:35 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops42h 15m

$1,161

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 9/30

2:29 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop13h 41m

Amsterdam Schiphol

vie. 10/31

12:25 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop11h 45m

$1,199

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 6/5

7:55 am-9:20 am

2 stops17h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

jue. 6/12

12:00 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops42h 39m

$1,206

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 9/3

7:46 am-6:35 pm

1 stop26h 49m

Amsterdam Schiphol

mié. 9/24

10:15 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop33h 21m

$1,245

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 10/2

7:25 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Amsterdam Schiphol

lun. 10/27

7:05 am-6:40 pm

2 stops18h 35m

$1,262

San JoséAmsterdam

SJO - AMS

SJOAMS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 8/21

5:52 am-12:10 pm

1 stop22h 18m

Amsterdam Schiphol

vie. 9/12

12:55 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop13h 53m

$1,344

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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 April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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, San José Province-Amsterdam flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-Amsterdam flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Amsterdam flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-Amsterdam flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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, San José Province-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, 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 April 25, 2025.

Booking 89 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 $1,183). 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 abril 30, 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.

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 abril 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to Amsterdam, such as KLM, Copa Airlines and Aeromexico. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,411 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,446 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

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.

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

    Flying on Iberia is currently your cheapest option to Amsterdam, with prices starting at $1,011. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air France and Air Europa, with the lowest prices starting at $1,051 and $1,069, respectively. You may be able to fly from San José, San José Province to Amsterdam for 16% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Amsterdam one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air Europa. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $642. Users have also found prices from $840 and $883 on Iberia and Air France, respectively.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,472 for a flight from San José, San José Province to Amsterdam. The cheapest flight overall is $1,028 while the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Amsterdam Schiphol) is currently priced at $846.

  • 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 $1,183). 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 6 airlines flying from San José to Amsterdam

Discover the top 6 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 abril 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$842Average$1,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$898Average$1,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
IberiaCheapest$980Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$1,015Average$1,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$1,112Average$1,359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$1,315Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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