What airlines fly to Amsterdam?

KLM, Scandinavian Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Amsterdam from California according to our data. KLM is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Amsterdam. Keep in mind that there are 19 different airlines that fly to Amsterdam on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from California to Amsterdam on average per day?

As of May 2026, 18 flights take off from California and land in Amsterdam each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 1:00PM, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Amsterdam Schiphol?

Virgin Atlantic, Delta, and WestJet are the most popular carriers operating from California to Amsterdam Schiphol

How many flights depart from California to Amsterdam on average per week?

The number of flights available between California and Amsterdam is 131 per week as of May 2026. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Amsterdam?

Flight times from California to Amsterdam vary, but if you’re flying out of Los Angeles and flying into Amsterdam (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 10h 15m on average. Another popular route from California to Amsterdam is flying from San Francisco to Amsterdam, which will take roughly 10h 20m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?

As of May 2026, there are 19 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:20 pm - 1:50 pm

SMF

AMS

34h 30m

2 stops

11:40 am - 10:35 pm

AMS

SMF

19h 55m

1 stop

$786United Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12

6:20 pm - 1:50 pm

SMF

AMS

34h 30m

2 stops

9:15 am - 9:47 am

AMS

SMF

33h 32m

2 stops

$791United Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12

1:50 pm - 2:10 pm

SJC

AMS

39h 20m

2 stops

10:25 am - 6:58 pm

AMS

SJC

17h 33m

2 stops

$811Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Oct 6

11:15 pm - 1:10 pm

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AMS

28h 55m

1 stop

2:55 pm - 10:17 pm

AMS

LAS

16h 22m

1 stop

$811Air Transat

Mon, Aug 10 - Wed, Aug 26

8:15 am - 4:55 pm

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AMS

23h 40m

2 stops

7:00 am - 8:24 pm

AMS

LAX

22h 24m

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$815Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 31

2:20 pm - 1:10 pm

LAX

AMS

13h 50m

1 stop

2:55 pm - 1:20 pm

AMS

LAX

31h 25m

1 stop

$816Air Transat

Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13

4:05 pm - 10:15 am

SMF

AMS

33h 10m

2 stops

3:15 pm - 9:42 pm

AMS

SMF

39h 27m

2 stops

$830Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9

9:20 am - 7:15 pm

SMF

AMS

24h 55m

2 stops

10:40 am - 9:42 pm

AMS

SMF

20h 02m

2 stops

$835SWISS

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 3

8:45 am - 10:25 pm

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AMS

28h 40m

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7:00 am - 10:35 pm

AMS

SMF

24h 35m

2 stops

$838SWISS

Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9

4:45 pm - 8:30 pm

SFO

AMS

18h 45m

2 stops

3:40 pm - 2:40 pm

AMS

SFO

32h 00m

3 stops

$852Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14

United Airlines flights from California to Amsterdam

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United Airlines

Nov 9

SMF6:20 pmSacramento Intl

34h 30m

2 stops

AMS1:50 pmAmsterdam Schiphol

Nov 12

AMS11:40 amAmsterdam Schiphol

19h 55m

1 stop

SMF10:35 pmSacramento Intl

$786

United Airlines

Nov 9

SMF6:20 pmSacramento Intl

34h 30m

2 stops

AMS1:50 pmAmsterdam Schiphol

Nov 12

AMS9:15 amAmsterdam Schiphol

33h 32m

2 stops

SMF9:47 amSacramento Intl

$791

United Airlines

Nov 9

SMF8:29 pmSacramento Intl

28h 06m

2 stops

AMS9:35 amAmsterdam Schiphol

Nov 12

AMS7:15 amAmsterdam Schiphol

25h 13m

2 stops

SMF11:28 pmSacramento Intl

$796

Delta flights from California to Amsterdam

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Delta

Jul 6

SMF7:41 pmSacramento Intl

31h 49m

1 stop

AMS12:30 pmAmsterdam Schiphol

Jul 22

AMS9:40 amAmsterdam Schiphol

19h 55m

1 stop

SMF8:35 pmSacramento Intl

$1,000

Delta

Oct 14

SJC7:15 amSan Jose

13h 45m

1 stop

AMS6:00 amAmsterdam Schiphol

Oct 29

AMS10:15 amAmsterdam Schiphol

14h 42m

1 stop

SJC4:57 pmSan Jose

$1,047

Delta

Aug 19

OAK4:57 pmOakland

12h 58m

1 stop

AMS2:55 pmAmsterdam Schiphol

Sep 13

AMS3:10 pmAmsterdam Schiphol

17h 39m

2 stops

OAK11:49 pmOakland

$1,111

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Mon 11/9

6:20 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops34h 30m

Amsterdam Schiphol

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11:40 am-10:35 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$786

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SMFAMS

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/9

6:20 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops34h 30m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 11/12

9:15 am-9:47 am

2 stops33h 32m

$791

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SJC - AMS

SJCAMS

San Jose

Mon 9/21

1:50 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 10/6

10:25 am-6:58 pm

2 stops17h 33m

$811

Las VegasAmsterdam

LAS - AMS

LASAMS

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 8/10

11:15 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop28h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 8/26

2:55 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop16h 22m

$811

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LAX - AMS

LAXAMS

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Mon 8/17

8:15 am-4:55 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 8/31

7:00 am-8:24 pm

2 stops22h 24m

$815

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LAX - AMS

LAXAMS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 10/7

2:20 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop13h 50m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 10/13

2:55 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop31h 25m

$816

SacramentoAmsterdam

SMF - AMS

SMFAMS

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/3

4:05 pm-10:15 am

2 stops33h 10m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 11/9

3:15 pm-9:42 pm

2 stops39h 27m

$830

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SMF - AMS

SMFAMS

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/20

9:20 am-7:15 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 11/3

10:40 am-9:42 pm

2 stops20h 02m

$835

SacramentoAmsterdam

SMF - AMS

SMFAMS

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/3

8:45 am-10:25 pm

2 stops28h 40m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 11/9

7:00 am-10:35 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$838

San FranciscoAmsterdam

SFO - AMS

SFOAMS

San Francisco

Mon 9/7

4:45 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops18h 45m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 9/14

3:40 pm-2:40 pm

3 stops32h 00m

$852

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Amsterdam?

The cheapest month to fly to Amsterdam from California is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $345, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Amsterdam in January, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Amsterdam during February average around $474.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Amsterdam?

The cheapest day to depart from California to Amsterdam is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $901. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from California because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,082.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Amsterdam?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Amsterdam is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $961. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,007.

What is the cheapest California to Amsterdam Schiphol flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Amsterdam from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Amsterdam for around $881 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Amsterdam from California for as low as $683 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Amsterdam flights?

You could potentially save up to 54% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Amsterdam flight.

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Best Price Found	$584
Fastest flight time	10h 05m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Amsterdam	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Amsterdam from California in the past 72 hours is $584. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Amsterdam found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,004.

The fastest flight from California to Amsterdam takes 10h 05m

Direct flights go from California to Amsterdam every day.

There is 1 airport in Amsterdam. From California there are direct flights to Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Amsterdam

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
As of May 2026, there are 19 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Amsterdam?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from California to Amsterdam is Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner (42.76% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 777 (17.14%), Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (10.96%), and Airbus A350-900 (5.46%).

Best airlines flying from California to Amsterdam

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JetBlue	PriceFrom $186	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 2,975 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
LEVEL	PriceFrom $291	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0	Search LEVEL flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $480	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,980 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $506	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,002 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $507	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 688 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $510	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,718 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Iberia	PriceFrom $511	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,216 reviews	Search Iberia flights
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	PriceFrom $526	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,252 reviews	Search TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $527	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,777 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $534	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,946 reviews	Search SWISS flights

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