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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam

SFO — AMS
13 May — 20 May1
1 adult
Mon 13/5
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The best prices from San Francisco to Amsterdam Schiphol are usually found in November or February, booked 5 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Amsterdam

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Amsterdam (AMS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 May 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£866

Round-trip from

£115
High demand for flights, 31% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 30% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From San Francisco to Amsterdam Schiphol

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Amsterdam?

Friday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Amsterdam.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Amsterdam?

November can be a great time to fly to Amsterdam from San Francisco with a flight ticket averaging about £776. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of November for as cheap as £369. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Amsterdam (SFO - AMS)?

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 49% on flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

When is the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Amsterdam?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to Amsterdam. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Amsterdam, you should look to book at least 5 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Amsterdam?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from San Francisco to Amsterdam. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Amsterdam flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Amsterdam by month

Plan your trip from San Francisco to Amsterdam by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Amsterdam is currently £0 while a return flight costs £0. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Amsterdam (average of £144). Flying from San Francisco to Amsterdam in August is currently the most expensive (average of £178). 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.

January

£115

February

£118

March

£117

April

£125

May

£136

June

£122

July

£137

August

£142

September

£119

October

£124

November

£120

December

£132

Temperature and rainfall in Amsterdam by month

Plan your trip to Amsterdam by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

AMS

Temperature

2 - 16 °C

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this San Francisco to Amsterdam flight route?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Amsterdam?

    Before booking your flight to Amsterdam from San Francisco, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (67%), Air France (67%), Delta( 67%).

  • What does SFO to AMS mean?

    SFO stands for San Francisco Airport, while AMS stands for Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Amsterdam flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Amsterdam flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Amsterdam flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Amsterdam offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Amsterdam flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

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Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Amsterdam

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