Flying from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to San Francisco International Airport is 11 hours.
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is nine hours behind Amsterdam.
Each week, there are 11 Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. To get going as early as possible, opt for the 09:50 KLM flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 14:50 with United Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your AMS to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Travelling to San Francisco (and then seeing more of the United States!) is easy with KLM. This popular airline offers direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is KLM.
United is the most punctual carrier that offers AMS to SFO flights. A reliable 80.0% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between AMS and SFO:
Los Angeles International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Vancouver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Rs122,787 is the lowest price for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs138,296. These prices can change depending on availability.
Book five months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AMS to SFO.
The cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to San Francisco International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from AMS to SFO.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
When it comes to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport from central Amsterdam, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near AMS? If you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Pick up a San Francisco International Airport rental car and explore San Francisco and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to San Francisco International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit San Francisco. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 24ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AMS to SFO in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
You've done San Francisco, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey around 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its popular sights. From Winchester Mystery House to The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Fresno is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No journey is complete without visiting Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
