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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles International to Amsterdam Schiphol

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International to Amsterdam Schiphol? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Amsterdam.R 3,924 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Aug.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,924, select.
Amsterdam.R 4,089 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,089, select.
Amsterdam.R 4,112 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Oct.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,112, select.
Amsterdam.R 4,269 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Jul.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 20 Jul, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,269, select.
Amsterdam.R 4,913 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,913, select.
Amsterdam.R 5,333 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Mar.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 19 Mar, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,333, select.
Amsterdam.R 5,333 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Feb.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,333, select.
Amsterdam.R 5,341 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,341, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Amsterdam Schiphol

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Amsterdam Schiphol flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from R 4,269
Aug
from R 3,924
Sep
from R 4,089
Oct
from R 4,112
Nov
from R 4,913
Dec
from R 5,341
Jan
from R 5,582
Feb
from R 5,333
Mar
from R 5,333
Apr
from R 7,826
May
from R 7,192
Jun
from R 9,990

Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Amsterdam Schiphol

Los Angeles International to Amsterdam Schiphol: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Los Angeles International to Amsterdam below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Amsterdam Schiphol.

Los Angeles to Amsterdam: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,924
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time10 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week42

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Amsterdam Schiphol: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Amsterdam Schiphol is R 8,976. 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.
10 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Amsterdam Schiphol.
Delta, Virgin Atlantic and KLM fly direct from Los Angeles International to Amsterdam Schiphol.
As of July 2025, there are 42 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Amsterdam Schiphol.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Amsterdam Schiphol is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on Tuesday, 19 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 20 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 Amsterdam Schiphol 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 Amsterdam is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Aer Lingus and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Amsterdam Schiphol.

Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is 10 hours 20 minutes.

  • Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Amsterdam eight hours ahead of Los Angeles.

  • Each week, there are 15 Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flights. If you want to be on board early, select the 13:45 KLM flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 16:50 with KLM.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your LAX to AMS flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.

  • Travelling to Amsterdam (and then exploring more of Netherlands!) is a breeze with KLM. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

  • The majority of travellers choose to travel with KLM on this route.

  • With 75.0% of its services arriving as planned, KLM is the most punctual carrier operating LAX to AMS flights.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Here are the most popular stopovers between LAX and AMS:

    • Beijing Capital International Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight is R 3,924. A round-trip ticket is currently R 8,976. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • To get cheap tickets from LAX to AMS, reserve your journey five months ahead of your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from LAX to AMS.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • LAX is located at One World Way.

  • Los Angeles International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled 81.05% of the time.

  • Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes when using public transport.

  • Booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to LAX:

Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • If you're landing on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near AMS:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Amsterdam and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol about four weeks in advance.

Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam

  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to the centre of Amsterdam has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Before locking in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to AMS in February. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.

Explore more of Netherlands

  • Rotterdam is just one of the many cities in Netherlands waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Amsterdam. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.

  • If you're looking to explore another side of Netherlands, head for The Hague, about 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies are key reasons to visit.

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