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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from San Diego International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from AED 2,846. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Amsterdam.AED 1,411 per passenger.Departing Tue, Nov 10.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Tue, Nov 10, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,411, select.
Amsterdam.AED 1,440 per passenger.Departing Sun, Aug 23.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departing from San Diego International on Sun, Aug 23, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,440, select.
Amsterdam.AED 1,465 per passenger.Departing Sat, Oct 10.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Sat, Oct 10, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,465, select.
Amsterdam.AED 1,483 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 2.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Wed, Sep 2, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,483, select.
Amsterdam.AED 1,483 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 15.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Wed, Jul 15, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,483, select.
Amsterdam.AED 1,521 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jan 17.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Sun, Jan 17, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,521, select.
Amsterdam.AED 1,540 per passenger.Departing Mon, Feb 8.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Mon, Feb 8, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,540, select.
Amsterdam.AED 1,623 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 1.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound direct flight with KLM departing from San Diego International on Tue, Sep 1, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,623, select.
Amsterdam.AED 1,623 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 14.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from San Diego International on Tue, Jul 14, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,623, select.
Amsterdam.AED 1,623 per passenger.Departing Tue, Nov 10.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from San Diego International on Tue, Nov 10, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,623, select.
Amsterdam.AED 1,624 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 25.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from San Diego International on Tue, Aug 25, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,624, select.
Amsterdam.AED 1,642 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 14.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Sun, Jun 14, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,642, select.
Amsterdam.AED 1,742 per passenger.Departing Tue, Dec 15.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from San Diego International on Tue, Dec 15, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,742, select.
Amsterdam.AED 1,845 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 1.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from San Diego International on Thu, Oct 1, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,845, select.
Amsterdam.AED 1,882 per passenger.Departing Mon, Apr 12.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departing from San Diego International on Mon, Apr 12, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,882, select.
Amsterdam.AED 2,023 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 29.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Fri, May 29, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,023, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego International 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 International to Amsterdam Schiphol flights are currently cheapest in November.
May
from AED 2,024
Jun
from AED 1,643
Jul
from AED 1,484
Aug
from AED 1,441
Sep
from AED 1,484
Oct
from AED 1,466
Nov
from AED 1,412
Dec
from AED 1,743
Jan
from AED 1,521
Feb
from AED 1,541
Mar
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Apr
from AED 1,883

Direct flights from San Diego International to Amsterdam Schiphol

San Diego International to Amsterdam Schiphol: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Diego International 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
ClosestCheapest
from AED 1,412
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Rotterdam

55km from central Amsterdam
from AED 2,247
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San Diego to Amsterdam: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 1,412
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time10 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week12

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

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from San Diego International to Amsterdam Schiphol is AED 2,846. 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 International to Amsterdam Schiphol.
Delta, Virgin Atlantic and KLM fly direct from San Diego International to Amsterdam Schiphol.
There are 12 flights per week flying from San Diego International to Amsterdam Schiphol, as of May 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Amsterdam Schiphol is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Diego International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on Tuesday, June 2, 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.
Currently, Iberia and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Amsterdam Schiphol.

Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Amsterdam is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of San Diego.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your SAN to AMS flight.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between SAN and AMS:

    • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Los Angeles International Airport

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

  • Right now, AED 1,412 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 2,846. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.

  • It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SAN to AMS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SAN to AMS by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Diego International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • SAN is located at Airport Drive.

  • 71.38% of flights that depart San Diego International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometers from central San Diego. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near SAN? If you're boarding an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam

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

  • Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.

When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. June is the busiest month to visit Amsterdam. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.

  • The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from San Diego International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from SAN to AMS in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.

Explore more of Netherlands

  • Rotterdam is just one of the many places in Netherlands waiting to be explored after you've experienced Amsterdam. Around 56 kilometers away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.

  • If you're interested in discovering another side of Netherlands, consider The Hague, about 56 kilometers south-west of Amsterdam. Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies are key highlights.

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