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Cheapest return fare
£545
Typical prices: £608-£831
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 4/12Wed 20/1
AMS - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£639
Typical prices: £697-£1,040
KLM
Sat 5/12Mon 18/1
AMS - SFO • Direct
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You can fly direct with KLM. Average duration is 10h 55m
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Most punctual • 89% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco (AMS-SFO)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Fri, 4 Dec - Wed, 20 Jan
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10:30 - 14:50AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
13h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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16:45 - 16:50SFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
15h 05m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
£545Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, 4 Dec - Wed, 20 Jan
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10:30 - 14:50AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
13h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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16:45 - 09:55SFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
32h 10m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
£548Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, 4 Dec - Wed, 20 Jan
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10:30 - 14:50AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
13h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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16:45 - 09:55SFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
32h 10m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
£549Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, 4 Dec - Thu, 21 Jan
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10:30 - 14:50AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
13h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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16:45 - 10:05SFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
32h 20m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
£550Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, 4 Dec - Wed, 20 Jan
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10:30 - 14:50AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
13h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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16:45 - 09:55SFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
32h 10m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
£556Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, 4 Dec - Thu, 21 Jan
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10:30 - 14:50AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
13h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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16:45 - 10:05SFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
32h 20m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
£557Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 5 Dec - Mon, 18 Jan
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10:30 - 14:50AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
13h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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16:45 - 16:50SFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
15h 05m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
£560Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 5 Dec - Mon, 18 Jan
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10:30 - 14:50AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
13h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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16:45 - 16:50SFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
15h 05m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
£561Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 5 Dec - Wed, 20 Jan
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
10:30 - 14:50AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
13h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
16:45 - 09:55SFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
32h 10m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
£563Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 5 Dec - Mon, 18 Jan
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10:30 - 14:50AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-SFO San Francisco
13h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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16:45 - 09:55SFO  San Francisco-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
32h 10m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
£564Scandinavian Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Amsterdam to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to San Francisco from Amsterdam usually cost between £521 and £637 in December.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £545 on Scandinavian Airlines (4 Dec–20 Jan).

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

The cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost £557 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £777 and £771 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £1,097 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

To get a below average price on the flight from Amsterdam to San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 30% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Amsterdam to San Francisco

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on AMS and SFO

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

£491
Best time to beat the crowds (14% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (16% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Amsterdam to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Amsterdam to San Francisco 
WilliamFlew with United Airlines-Oct 2026
Sleeper seats the best. Pack light walk to terminals lengthy lounge could use better meals.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines-Jul 2024
Fly either Business class or Premium Plus. Realize Business is unaffordable for most but Premium Plus is worth the extra fee.

FAQs for booking flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco

  • What is the cheapest flight from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Amsterdam to San Francisco was £491 for a one-way ticket and £545 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

    KLM, Delta, Lufthansa, United Airlines, and Virgin Atlantic offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Amsterdam to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

    The Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Amsterdam to San Francisco flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

    There are direct flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Amsterdam is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Amsterdam with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Amsterdam up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Prefer to fly direct from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to San Francisco Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Amsterdam Schiphol to San Francisco

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

KLM

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Friday

KLM

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Saturday

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Sunday

KLM

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Direct returns

San Francisco to Amsterdam Schiphol

Monday

KLM

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Tuesday

KLM

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Wednesday

KLM

KLM

Thursday

KLM

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Friday

KLM

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Saturday

KLM

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Sunday

KLM

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