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Washington D.C..R 5,267 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,267, select.
Washington D.C..R 5,357 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov.One-way flight with Fly Play.Outbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,357, select.
Washington D.C..R 5,970 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct.One-way flight with Fly Play.Outbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,970, select.
Washington D.C..R 6,170 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Aug.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sun, 24 Aug, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,170, select.
Washington D.C..R 6,539 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,539, select.
Washington D.C..R 6,742 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Dec.One-way flight with Fly Play.Outbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sun, 14 Dec, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,742, select.
Washington D.C..R 8,567 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul.One-way flight with Fly Play.Outbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,567, select.
Washington D.C..R 10,190 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Jan.One-way flight with transavia.Outbound indirect flight with transavia, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sun, 4 Jan, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,190, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Washington D.C.

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Amsterdam Schiphol to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from R 6,607
Jul
from R 8,656
Aug
from R 6,234
Sep
from R 5,321
Oct
from R 6,032
Nov
from R 5,413
Dec
from R 6,812
Jan
from R 10,295
Feb
from R 11,854
Mar
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Apr
from R 11,898
May
from R 10,577

Direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Washington D.C.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Amsterdam Schiphol to Washington D.C.? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Amsterdam to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,321
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time8 hrs, 48 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week138

Finding cheap flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a return flight from Amsterdam Schiphol to Washington D.C. is R 6,478. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours and 48 minutes is the average flight time from Amsterdam Schiphol to Washington D.C..
Delta, KLM and Air France fly direct from Amsterdam Schiphol to Washington D.C..
As of June 2025, there are 138 flights per week flying from Amsterdam Schiphol to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Washington D.C. is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Baltimore Washington International – which is 43.6 km away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from R 6,478.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Washington D.C. on Saturday, 1 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 48 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington D.C. but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Fly Play and Lufthansa offer the cheapest flight tickets to Washington D.C..

Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located in Amsterdam. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Washington DC is five hours behind Amsterdam.

  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the most popular route, with 14 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from AMS to IAD is with KLM at 13:05. Choose the first departure with United Airlines at 11:00 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • To avoid missing your AMS to Washington DC flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.

  • You can book a direct Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Washington DC ticket. Start your trip at AMS and end it at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • Get on board with KLM. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Washington DC.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from AMS to Washington DC, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Amsterdam, AMS can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel near AMS? If you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Washington DC, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • Of all flights leaving Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% arrive on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Washington DC

  • R 5,267 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Washington DC flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 6,545. These prices can change depending on demand.

  • Get cheap flights from AMS to Washington DC by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • November is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Washington DC tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from AMS to Washington DC is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Washington DC.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.

  • Travelling by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Washington DC. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:

  • Grab a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car and explore Washington DC and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Sixt and Dollar are top outlets to choose from here.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Ronald Reagan National Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from AMS to Washington DC can help you lock in the lowest rate.

  • The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Central Washington DC is around 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). After your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Washington DC has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 50 minutes.

  • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 10 minutes or so.

  • After stepping off your AMS to Washington DC flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to IAD. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and hit the road in a heartbeat.

  • Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from IAD one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.

  • You can find Washington Dulles International Airport at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Washington DC has touched down. Central Washington DC is around 48 kilometres from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and takes roughly 50 minutes to get to by car.

  • Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Reserve a hotel near BWI and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you have a late AMS to Washington DC flight or just want an easier arrival, these stays put comfort right within reach:

  • Whether you're looking for a mini for solo travel or an SUV to transport your group, you'll find the ideal Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car for you. Explore the range of wheels available from providers such as Dollar, Thrifty and Budget.

  • If you're after a specific kind of vehicle, book your ride from BWI around two weeks before your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Washington DC. This gives you a better shot at getting your preferred car, as well as a better price.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • Travel to Washington DC in high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Washington DC in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • Book an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Washington DC flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from AMS to Washington DC in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

More about Washington DC

Explore more of United States

  • New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • Philadelphia is another well-known destination in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without experiencing Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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