Flying from San Jose to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): What you need to know
San Jose's main base, Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from San Jose to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS).
The timezone in Amsterdam is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of San Jose. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located in Amsterdam.
Your flight from San Jose to AMS won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from San Jose to AMS. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of San Jose, SJC can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Jose to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
84.69% of flights departing from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from SJC.
SJC's address is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
About Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you have a late flight from San Jose to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near AMS:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and experience more of Amsterdam and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around four weeks before your San Jose to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is around 13 kilometres from central Amsterdam. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
At the moment, 245 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Jose to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. The cheapest price for a return flight is 596 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from San Jose to AMS if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest San Jose to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol tickets across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Jose to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
The best time to fly from San Jose to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
June is when most people book flights from San Jose to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). Plan your visit to Amsterdam in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your San Jose to AMS plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
February has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from San Jose to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Amsterdam
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Amsterdam right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from San Jose to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum and Stichting Het Rijksmuseum are essential stops on your Amsterdam itinerary.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Eindhoven is just one of the many cities in the Netherlands waiting to be explored after you've seen Amsterdam. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Van Gogh - Roosegaarde Cycle Path, Taste Eindhoven Foodtours and Designhuis.
Groningen is another favourite destination in the Netherlands and is around 161 kilometres north-east of Amsterdam. No journey is complete without seeing Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Martiniplaza.
