Question 1

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San José to Amsterdam?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Madrid (MAD) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,120.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

8 flights are operational weekly from San José to Amsterdam as of February 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 25% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Question 3

Can stopping save me money on San José to Amsterdam flights?

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You could potentially save up to 61% on your flight if you consider stops on a San José to Amsterdam flight.

Question 4

How often are flights from San José to Amsterdam delayed?

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Historically, on average around 8% of flights between San José and Amsterdam have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 226 minutes.

Question 5

What is the most punctual flight time for San José to Amsterdam flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 6

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San José and Amsterdam?

Accepted Answer

Madrid (MAD) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest time of day to fly to Amsterdam is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,121. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,208.

Question 8

What is the cheapest San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol for the best San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Amsterdam Schiphol flight prices

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between San José and Amsterdam is 1 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 8:00PM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

Question 10

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San José to Amsterdam?

Accepted Answer

Paris (CDG) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 3h 43m.

Question 11

How have San José to Amsterdam flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of February 2026, prices for San José to Amsterdam flights are approximately 39% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 12

What is the cheapest month to fly to Amsterdam?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month to fly to Amsterdam from San José is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,028, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Amsterdam in February, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from San José to Amsterdam during November average around $1,100.

Question 13

What airlines fly to Amsterdam?

Accepted Answer

KLM, Air France and Iberia are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Amsterdam from San José according to our data. KLM is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Amsterdam. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Amsterdam on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 14

What cabin class options are available on San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 15

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San José to Amsterdam flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, KLM have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 16

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol?

Accepted Answer

KLM is the most popular carrier operating from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Amsterdam from San José when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Amsterdam for around $1,219 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Amsterdam from San José for as low as $1,029 on momondo.

Question 18

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Friday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Tuesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from San José to Amsterdam is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,080. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from San José because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,276.

Question 20

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San José to Amsterdam?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Paris (CDG) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 00m.

Question 21

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport were last updated today.

Question 22

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is 4 as of February 2026.

Question 23

How old do you have to be to fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

The necessary travel and health documents for your Amsterdam Schiphol Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Fastest flight time	10h 25m
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