Are there direct flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

Direct flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco are available, but they represent a small portion of the overall flight options. Historically, only 1.7% of flights on this route were direct. For flights that include stops, travelers typically experienced a median of 2 stopovers. This suggests that most travelers on this route will likely have connecting flights.

How long is the flight from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

The direct flight from Amsterdam to San Francisco typically takes approximately 10 hours and 55 minutes, covering a distance of 8786 kilometers. Flights with one stop generally have a longer duration, averaging around 17 hours and 5 minutes. The median flight time for a direct journey is 655 minutes, while a flight with one stop has a median duration of 1025 minutes.

How often do cheap flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent deals across the trailing 30 days. Travelers can often find competitive prices, indicating a consistent availability of good fares for this destination.

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Amsterdam to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco

For those looking for cheap flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco, the data indicates that November is typically the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $986. Other affordable options include February, with a median fare of $1002, and January, with a median fare of $1034. Planning your trip during these months could lead to more favorable prices.

Fares for flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco typically range from $925 to $1302, with a median of $1047. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a bargain might be challenging at present. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When flying from Amsterdam to San Francisco, most itineraries connect at least once. Only 1.7% of recent fares were for direct flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2.

A typical journey from Amsterdam to San Francisco, including connections, takes approximately 10h 55m. Given that most itineraries involve connections, this median duration reflects the total travel time you can expect.

The distance between Amsterdam and San Francisco is approximately 8786 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul flight. This significant distance contributes to the overall journey time and fare structure for the route.

How much is a round trip from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Regular price: €672 - €1,098

Prices for flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 672 EUR and 1098 EUR. The current lowest deal is 608 EUR with Aer Lingus for travel from Nov 4-Nov 18.

now 608 €

Low 672 €

High 1,098 €

The cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam to San Francisco

The cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam to San Francisco is November, with a median price of $986. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1439. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from 986 €

August

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,439 €

Jan

Feb

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco

KLM

Last-minute flights going from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - San Francisco

Amsterdam (AMS) - San Francisco (SFO)

Scandinavian Airlines

779 €

669 €

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - San Francisco

Amsterdam (AMS) - San Francisco (SFO)

Scandinavian Airlines

778 €

669 €

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - San Francisco

Amsterdam (AMS) - San Francisco (SFO)

Scandinavian Airlines

778 €

669 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - San Francisco

Amsterdam (AMS) - San Francisco (SFO)

Scandinavian Airlines

778 €

669 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - San Francisco

Amsterdam (AMS) - San Francisco (SFO)

Scandinavian Airlines

796 €

669 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - San Francisco

Amsterdam (AMS) - San Francisco (SFO)

Scandinavian Airlines

781 €

669 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco

3 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 14

917 € → 623 €

32%

4 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 6

918 € → 624 €

32%

7 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 14

872 € → 623 €

29%

7 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 12

872 € → 626 €

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Amsterdam - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Amsterdam to San Francisco are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

November, February, and January are historically cheapest

Historically, November ($986), February ($1002), and January ($1034) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 10h 55m

Direct flights to San Francisco typically take 10h 55m, while connecting flights average 20h 39m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 1.7% of recent flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

KLM offers direct flights

KLM is one airline offering direct flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Amsterdam main airports to depart from

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Cheapest

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a key departure point for flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€616

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International Airport is a major gateway to San Francisco and the wider Bay Area.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by car, public transport)

💸 Flights from ~€617

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a useful alternative with an extensive domestic network, especially for low-cost carriers.

📍 ~20 km from San Francisco (reachable by car or BART train)

💸 Flights from ~€700

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Dec 02

San Francisco, United States

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$3,229

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92% AI deal score

$5,033

$3,229

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From AMS

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Apr 12

San Francisco, United States

92% AI deal score

$5,047

$3,229

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Icelandair

Business Class

From AMS

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Apr 14

San Francisco, United States

92% AI deal score

$5,002

$3,229

Save $1,773

Icelandair

Business Class

From AMS

Elite

Apr 02

San Francisco, United States

92% AI deal score

$5,206

$3,249

Save $1,957

Icelandair

Business Class

From AMS

Elite

Apr 02

San Francisco, United States

92% AI deal score

$5,182

$3,249

Save $1,933

Icelandair

Business Class

From AMS

Elite

Apr 02

San Francisco, United States

92% AI deal score

$5,151

$3,249

Save $1,902

Icelandair

Business Class

From AMS

Elite

Apr 12

San Francisco, United States

92% AI deal score

$5,115

$3,281

Save $1,834

Icelandair

Business Class

From AMS

Elite

Apr 14

San Francisco, United States

92% AI deal score

$5,110

$3,281

Save $1,829

Icelandair

Business Class

From AMS

Elite

Apr 14

San Francisco, United States

92% AI deal score

$5,002

$3,288

Save $1,714

Icelandair

Business Class

From AMS

Elite

Apr 12

San Francisco, United States

92% AI deal score

$5,045

$3,288

Save $1,757

Icelandair

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco is 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price was $1232. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to the departure date; for example, flights booked 0-6 days out averaged $2003, and those booked 7-13 days out averaged $2484. Booking within 28-59 days of travel typically saw an average price of $1526, indicating that earlier booking generally yields better value.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Amsterdam to San Francisco was considered to be $925 or less. The median price for this route was $1047. Prices above $1302 typically fell into the higher end of the spectrum. By comparing offers to the $925 threshold, travelers can identify advantageous fares.

Historically, November has been one of the best months to fly from Amsterdam to San Francisco, with a median price of $986. February also offered favorable prices, with a median of $1002. January had a median price of $1034, which was also identified as the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days. The annual median price for this route was $1047.

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Amsterdam to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Regular price: €672 - €1,098

Prices for flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 672 EUR and 1098 EUR. The current lowest deal is 608 EUR with Aer Lingus for travel from Nov 4-Nov 18.

now 608 €

Low 672 €

High 1,098 €

The cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam to San Francisco

November

Cheapest

Flights from 986 €

August

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,439 €

Jan

Feb

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco

KLM

Last-minute flights going from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - San Francisco

Amsterdam (AMS) - San Francisco (SFO)

Scandinavian Airlines

779 €

669 €

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - San Francisco

Amsterdam (AMS) - San Francisco (SFO)

Scandinavian Airlines

778 €

669 €

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - San Francisco

Amsterdam (AMS) - San Francisco (SFO)

Scandinavian Airlines

778 €

669 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - San Francisco

Amsterdam (AMS) - San Francisco (SFO)

Scandinavian Airlines

778 €

669 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - San Francisco

Amsterdam (AMS) - San Francisco (SFO)

Scandinavian Airlines

796 €

669 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - San Francisco

Amsterdam (AMS) - San Francisco (SFO)

Scandinavian Airlines

781 €

669 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco

3 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 14

917 € → 623 €

32%

4 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 6

918 € → 624 €

32%

7 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 14

872 € → 623 €

29%

7 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 12

872 € → 626 €

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Amsterdam - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Amsterdam to San Francisco are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

November, February, and January are historically cheapest

Historically, November ($986), February ($1002), and January ($1034) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 10h 55m

Direct flights to San Francisco typically take 10h 55m, while connecting flights average 20h 39m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 1.7% of recent flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

KLM offers direct flights

KLM is one airline offering direct flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Amsterdam main airports to depart from

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Cheapest

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a key departure point for flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€616

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International Airport is a major gateway to San Francisco and the wider Bay Area.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by car, public transport)

💸 Flights from ~€617

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a useful alternative with an extensive domestic network, especially for low-cost carriers.

San Francisco, United States

92% AI deal score

$5,045

$3,288

Save $1,757

Icelandair

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Cheap Flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Today’s best flight deals from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Amsterdam to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Amsterdam to San Francisco

The cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Direct flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Last-minute flights going from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Popular Airports to fly from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Amsterdam - San Francisco route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

November, February, and January are historically cheapest

Direct flights take 10h 55m

Connecting flights are dominant

KLM offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Amsterdam main airports to depart from

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Francisco

Best Elite deals to San Francisco

Dec 02

Apr 14

Apr 12

Apr 12

Apr 14

Apr 02

Apr 02

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Apr 12

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

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

How do I know if a Amsterdam to San Francisco flight is a good deal?

What's the best month to fly from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

Are there direct flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

How long is the flight from Amsterdam to San Francisco?

How often do cheap flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco come up?

Related routes

More routes from Amsterdam

Flights to San Francisco from other cities

Amsterdam to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Amsterdam to San Francisco

The cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Direct flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Last-minute flights going from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Popular Airports to fly from Amsterdam to San Francisco

Amsterdam - San Francisco route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

November, February, and January are historically cheapest

Direct flights take 10h 55m

Connecting flights are dominant

KLM offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Amsterdam main airports to depart from

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Francisco

Best Elite deals to San Francisco

Dec 02

Apr 14

Apr 12

Apr 12

Apr 14

Apr 02

Apr 02

Apr 02

Apr 12

Apr 14

Apr 14

Apr 12

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

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

How do I know if a Amsterdam to San Francisco flight is a good deal?

What's the best month to fly from Amsterdam to San Francisco?