Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is 10 hours 30 minutes.
Amsterdam is nine hours ahead of San Diego and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from SAN to AMS start from 13:55 — the first with KLM. The last service of the day is at 13:55 with KLM. In total, you can take your pick of three weekly San Diego International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to make your SAN to AMS flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Flying into Amsterdam (and then seeing more of the Netherlands!) is a breeze with KLM. This popular carrier offers direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is KLM.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for SAN to AMS flights is KLM.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between SAN and AMS:
Los Angeles International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Currently, 282 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 714 €. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from SAN to AMS, book your trip 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Diego International Airport, 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near SAN. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
If you're getting in on a late San Diego International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near AMS:
Explore without limits with a Amsterdam Schiphol Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and experience more of Amsterdam and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport about four weeks ahead.
When to fly to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from San Diego International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is February, while September is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from San Diego International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAN to AMS in February. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Rotterdam is just one of the many cities in the Netherlands waiting to be explored after you've seen Amsterdam. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Erasmus Bridge, Kijk-Kubus Museum-house and Van Nelle Factory.
The Hague is another essential stop in the Netherlands and is around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. No journey is complete without visiting Mauritshuis Museum, Inner Court & Hall Of The Knights and The Hague.



