San Francisco to Amsterdam Flights
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Amsterdam (AMS) connect United States and Netherlands. The great-circle distance is approximately 8,786 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 12 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include SFO, OAK, SJC and AMS. The reverse route is Amsterdam to San Francisco. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- San Francisco, United States
- Destination
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Distance
- 8,786 km
- Typical duration
- about 12 hours
- Origin codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Destination codes
- AMS
- Primary keyword
- flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam
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Route overview
San Francisco to Amsterdam is a city-pair air route between United States and Netherlands. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SFO and AMS. Related codes: SFO, OAK, SJC → AMS.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 8,786 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 12 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Amsterdam airports and metro codes: AMS.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Amsterdam to San Francisco, other destinations from San Francisco, and other origins into Amsterdam.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Amsterdam?
Direct flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam typically take about 12 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from San Francisco to Amsterdam?
The great-circle distance between San Francisco and Amsterdam is approximately 8,786 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam?
San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC). Amsterdam is commonly searched with code AMS (related: AMS).
Are there direct flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Amsterdam to San Francisco?
The reverse city pair is Amsterdam to San Francisco. Distance is the same great-circle measure (8,786 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the San Francisco to Amsterdam route connect?
This route connects United States (San Francisco) with Netherlands (Amsterdam).
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