How long is the flight from San Francisco to Amsterdam?

Non-stop flights on SFO → AMS are typically around 10.5 hours. Connecting itineraries add 3–8 hours depending on the hub and layover.

Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Amsterdam?

The main carriers on this route are KLM, United. Codeshare and one-stop options add several more — the filter panel above shows every airline in the current fare set.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Amsterdam?

Historically the lowest fares land in January, February, November. Summer (mid-June through mid-August) and the Christmas / New Year window are always peak. Mid-week departures (Tuesday–Thursday) typically beat weekend prices by 10–20%.

How far ahead should I book San Francisco to Amsterdam?

Six to ten weeks ahead is the sweet spot for this route. Inside three weeks, fares tend to spike as airlines sell to last-minute business travellers. Award availability often opens 10–11 months out if you're booking on miles.

Can I book directly on destination.com?

The Book button on each fare opens the airline or OTA (Trip.com, Kiwi, Expedia, Booking, Priceline, etc.) that's actually selling that ticket. You complete payment there at the same price you saw here — we never add a markup.

SFO → AMS

San Francisco to Amsterdam flights.

Live cached fares on San Francisco (SFO) → Amsterdam (AMS), refreshed every 30 minutes. Non-stop and connecting itineraries side by side — compare airlines, times and stops, then book in one click.

Flying time
~10.5h non-stop
Airlines
KLM, United
Cheapest months
January, February, November

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San Francisco → Amsterdam · 1 fare12-month low · $1212

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Air Canada · AC 744
OutboundSFO → AMSThu, Jul 2 · 11:40 PM· 13h 15m· 2 stops
ReturnAMS ← SFOThu, Jul 9 · 11:00 AM· 15h 15m· 2 stops
$1,212
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About San Francisco → Amsterdam

KLM 787 daily + UA seasonal. AMS is the most flexible SFO→Europe routing for onward connections, with consistent KLM Flying Blue saver availability.

Typical non-stop flying time is around 10.5 hours. Major carriers on this route include KLM, United. Fares are usually cheapest in January, February, November — book 6–10 weeks ahead and avoid school-holiday peaks (late June–August, Christmas–New Year) for the best pricing.

Month-by-month price guide: San Francisco to Amsterdam

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Cheapest next 12 months: July from $1212 round-trip. Run a live search →

Booking window tip

Long-haul fares are most predictable when booked 10-16 weeks ahead. Inside six weeks expect sharp increases, especially in premium cabins. If you're paying with miles, search 330+ days ahead when award inventory first loads.

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Questions, answered

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Amsterdam?
Non-stop flights on SFO → AMS are typically around 10.5 hours. Connecting itineraries add 3–8 hours depending on the hub and layover.
Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Amsterdam?
The main carriers on this route are KLM, United. Codeshare and one-stop options add several more — the filter panel above shows every airline in the current fare set.
When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Amsterdam?
Historically the lowest fares land in January, February, November. Summer (mid-June through mid-August) and the Christmas / New Year window are always peak. Mid-week departures (Tuesday–Thursday) typically beat weekend prices by 10–20%.
How far ahead should I book San Francisco to Amsterdam?
Six to ten weeks ahead is the sweet spot for this route. Inside three weeks, fares tend to spike as airlines sell to last-minute business travellers. Award availability often opens 10–11 months out if you're booking on miles.
Can I book directly on destination.com?
The Book button on each fare opens the airline or OTA (Trip.com, Kiwi, Expedia, Booking, Priceline, etc.) that's actually selling that ticket. You complete payment there at the same price you saw here — we never add a markup.

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