Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
6 miles (9 km) from the city centre. 68.8 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | NS train from Schiphol station to Amsterdam Centraal, about 10 trains per hour in the day | about 15m | EUR 4.20 |
Flights from San Francisco to Amsterdam
2 airlines fly nonstop from San Francisco to Amsterdam.
- Distance
- 5,451 mi
- Nonstop flight
- Varies
- Time difference
- +9h
- Nonstop airlines
- 2
Fares from San Francisco to Amsterdam
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
Nonstop flights
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| KLM | SFO San Francisco International Airport | AMS Amsterdam Airport Schiphol |
| United AirlinesSeasonal | SFO San Francisco International Airport | AMS Amsterdam Airport Schiphol |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
Getting from the airport into Amsterdam
Before you go
US citizens need a valid passport, but no visa, for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.
Amsterdam is 9 hours ahead of San Francisco. Amsterdam uses the euro (EUR).
Read the Amsterdam guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Amsterdam?
Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
Which airlines fly nonstop from San Francisco to Amsterdam?
As of October 2026, KLM and United Airlines fly this route nonstop, some of them seasonally.
How far is Amsterdam from San Francisco?
About 5,451 miles (8,773 km), measured between the city centres.
What is the time difference?
Amsterdam is 9 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Do I need a passport to fly to Amsterdam?
US citizens need a valid passport, but no visa, for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.
How do I get from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol into Amsterdam?
NS train from Schiphol station to Amsterdam Centraal, about 10 trains per hour in the day, about 15 minutes, EUR 4.20.
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Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.