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Cheapest return flight
£455
Typical prices: £450-£784
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 11/1Thu 18/1
JFK - AMS • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£542
Typical prices: £501-£889
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 8/11Sat 17/11
JFK - AMS • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with KLM and Delta. Average duration is 7h 18m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 95% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 30% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £322 (return)
Shortest trip • 11h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Amsterdam (JFK-AMS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Amsterdam

Mon, 11 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan
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17:35 - 09:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
10h 10m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:00 - 15:40AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 40m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Kastrup Copenhagen
£455Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 16 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan
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17:35 - 18:25JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
18h 50m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
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10:50 - 15:45AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
34h 55m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen
£456Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, 8 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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13:15 - 09:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
14h 30m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Kastrup Copenhagen
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17:35 - 15:45AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 10m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
£457Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, 12 Feb - Sun, 14 Feb
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17:45 - 12:00JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
36h 15m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
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21:25 - 15:45AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 20m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Kastrup Copenhagen
£458Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, 11 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan
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17:35 - 09:55JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
34h 20m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
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19:00 - 15:40AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 40m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Kastrup Copenhagen
£458Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, 12 Feb - Sun, 14 Feb
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17:45 - 12:00JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
36h 15m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
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21:25 - 15:45AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 20m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Kastrup Copenhagen
£459Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, 12 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar
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17:45 - 09:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
10h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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10:30 - 15:45AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
11h 15m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
£461Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 6 Mar - Wed, 31 Mar
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17:35 - 09:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
10h 10m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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17:40 - 15:40AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 00m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
£464Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, 10 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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13:15 - 09:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
14h 30m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Kastrup Copenhagen
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20:25 - 15:45AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
25h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
£468Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, 8 Dec - Mon, 11 Jan
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17:45 - 18:25JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
18h 40m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
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19:00 - 15:40AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 40m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Kastrup Copenhagen
£469Scandinavian Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam flights

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How much is a return flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam?

Return flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam typically range from £450 to £784. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £455 on Scandinavian Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam at £411 return.
•June (£846) and July (£787) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 105% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam the cheapest?

Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 21% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Amsterdam

 
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on KLM, Air France and AMS

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.

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on Virgin Atlantic

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on JFK

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, The Points Guy, and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Key details for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£260
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Amsterdam

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from John F Kennedy Intl to Amsterdam based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam:

    • Earliest: departs at 16:40 and lands at 23:58
    • Latest: departs at 23:40 and lands at 06:58.

    The flight takes about 7h 18m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam.

  • How long is a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam?

    A direct flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam takes 7h 18m, covering 3,631 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam flight?

    Return flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam range from £450 to £784, with an average of £583 over the past 12 months. Anything below £450 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the £583 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £322 return via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC), compared with £674 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam?

    JetBlue is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while KLM has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam flights are:

    • JetBlue: 95% on time
    • KLM: 87% on time
    • Delta: 83% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 86% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £42–£76 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam?

    The Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and KLM. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-300 variants.

  • How are flight departures from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, Morning flights for 0%, and Afternoon flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam flights:

    • Delta
    • KLM
    • Virgin Atlantic

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £271, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)?

    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £17 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • keddy by Europcar
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam?

    Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam usually depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and arrive at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 3h 06m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam pass through?

    One-stop flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam most commonly connect through:

    • Dublin (DUB) – 45% of one-stop connections
    • Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Madrid Barajas (MAD) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at £556 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £651, a difference of £95.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam?

    2 airlines operate flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Amsterdam. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • KLM
    • Delta

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam?

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 02m, compared to 11h 05m via Dublin (DUB) and 11h 10m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Amsterdam?

    Amsterdam is 6 hours ahead of New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (Central European Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Amsterdam?

    Some of the most popular sights in Amsterdam are Amsterdam RAI, Amsterdam Arena, and Vondel Park. These are among the most viewed places in Amsterdam on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam flights?

    Among airlines operating New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • KLM: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Virgin Atlantic: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Scandinavian Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • KLM: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Virgin Atlantic: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average £556, about £95 less than Saturday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 21% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam trip for January. Fares historically average £411 return in that month – typically £435 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with JetBlue. Over the past three months, 95% of JetBlue flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 86%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 3h 06m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £322 return on this route – about £353 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.

    • Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel and Conference Center

Prefer to fly direct from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Amsterdam?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New York John F Kennedy Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol

Monday

Delta,KLM

Delta,KLM

Tuesday

Delta,KLM

Delta,KLM

Wednesday

Delta,KLM

Delta,KLM

Thursday

Delta,KLM

Delta,KLM

Friday

Delta,KLM

Delta,KLM

Saturday

Delta,KLM

Delta,KLM

Sunday

Delta,KLM

Delta,KLM

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Direct returns

Amsterdam Schiphol to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Monday

Delta,KLM

Delta,KLM

Tuesday

Delta,KLM

Delta,KLM

Wednesday

Delta,KLM

Delta,KLM

Thursday

Delta,KLM

Delta,KLM

Friday

Delta,KLM

Delta,KLM

Saturday

Delta,KLM

Delta,KLM

Sunday

Delta,KLM

Delta,KLM

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