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      Flight deals from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 12,976. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Amsterdam.R 5,303 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,303, select.
      Amsterdam.R 5,340 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,340, select.
      Amsterdam.R 5,451 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,451, select.
      Amsterdam.R 5,544 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,544, select.
      Amsterdam.R 5,861 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Feb.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 13 Feb, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,861, select.
      Amsterdam.R 6,307 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Mar.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,307, select.
      Amsterdam.R 6,449 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,449, select.
      Amsterdam.R 6,806 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Apr.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 20 Apr, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,806, select.
      Amsterdam.R 6,901 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 May.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,901, select.
      Amsterdam.R 7,102 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Diego International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,102, select.
      Amsterdam.R 7,103 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Diego International on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,103, select.
      Amsterdam.R 7,103 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Diego International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,103, select.
      Amsterdam.R 8,968 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jun.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 23 Jun, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,968, select.
      Amsterdam.R 10,361 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Jul.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 31 Jul, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,361, select.
      Amsterdam.R 10,763 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Aug.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 14 Aug, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,763, select.
      Amsterdam.R 10,935 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Diego International on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,935, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol flights are currently cheapest in November.
      Sep
      from R 5,451
      Oct
      from R 5,339
      Nov
      from R 5,302
      Dec
      from R 5,544
      Jan
      from R 6,448
      Feb
      from R 5,860
      Mar
      from R 6,307
      Apr
      from R 6,805
      May
      from R 6,900
      Jun
      from R 8,967
      Jul
      from R 10,359
      Aug
      from R 10,761

      Direct flights from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol

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      San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol: Alternative routes

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

      Amsterdam Schiphol

      11km from central Amsterdam
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      Rotterdam

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      San Diego to Amsterdam: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 5,302
      Cheapest month to flyNovember
      Average flight time10 hrs, 35 mins
      Most popular airlineDelta
      Average flights per week13

      Finding cheap flights from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol is R 12,667. 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 35 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol.
      Delta, Virgin Atlantic and KLM fly direct from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol.
      As of September 2026, there are 13 flights per week flying from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol.
      The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol is usually October.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on Saturday, 31 October 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 35 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.

      Flying from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): What you need to know

      • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is San Diego's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) leaving from here.

      • Around 10 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight.

      • The timezone in Amsterdam is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of San Diego. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is located in Amsterdam.

      • San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) is the most popular route, with 3 direct services every week. Get from SAN to AMS on KLM's 1:55pm departure.

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

      • Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

      Airports in San Diego

      San Diego International Airport (SAN)

      • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) can be booked from this terminal.

      • You'll find a direct flight from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport with KLM. This top carrier operates departures from SAN.

      • The top choice among passengers flying between SAN and AMS is KLM.

      • KLM ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 100.0% of its services landing as scheduled.

      • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from San Diego to AMS leaving from San Diego International Airport (SAN), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:

        • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

        • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

        • Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)

      • Located around 5 kilometres from central San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.

      • Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

      • Of the departures from San Diego International Airport, 74% land on schedule at their destination.

      • SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.

      McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

      • The distance from San Diego's city centre to CLD is about 48 kilometres. Take into account the available transport options and potential delays when planning the quickest route to the airport.

      • Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport the day before your San Diego to AMS flight:

      • Flights from McClellan-Palomar Airport are known for their punctuality, with 88% of them arriving within the expected time frame.

      About Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

      Getting from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam

      • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Amsterdam. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.

      • It takes roughly 20 minutes to get there using public transport.

      How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

      • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is R 5,302. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 12,667. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.

      • Book 11 months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from San Diego to AMS.

      • The best month for finding cheap San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.

      • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from San Diego to AMS.

      • Save on your flight from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport by using filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

      The best time to fly from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

      • Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. January is the quietest month to visit Amsterdam. September is when most people book flights from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.

      • Before locking in your San Diego to AMS plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).

      • Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).

      More about Amsterdam

      • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Amsterdam right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport:

      • Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House are essential stops on your Amsterdam itinerary.

      Explore more of the Netherlands

      • Eindhoven is just one of the many places in the Netherlands waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Amsterdam. Around 113 kilometres away to the southeast, its top attractions include Van Gogh - Roosegaarde Cycle Path, Designhuis and Philips Stadion.

      • Around 161 kilometres northeast of Amsterdam, Groningen is another favourite stop in the Netherlands. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Stadspark.

      Plan the rest of your trip from San Diego to Amsterdam

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.