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Flights from Amsterdam to Los Angeles

Nonstop flights from Amsterdam (AMS) to Los Angeles (LAX) take about 11h 42m (8,956 km). KLM flies it. Lowest fare seen: $759 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Amsterdam to Los Angeles

Carriers on AMS–LAX according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ KLMnonstop fare seen

Amsterdam to Los Angeles fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Apr 2027, from $759 one-way. With stops: Dec 2026, from $441. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$121929 Oct 2026 · KLM$748 · 2 stops23 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$101015 Nov 2026 · KLM$478 · 1 stop26 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$77416 Dec 2026 · KLM$441 · 1 stop7 Dec 2026
Mar 2027$83019 Mar 2027 · KLM$599 · 1 stop19 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$75914 Apr 2027 · KLM$562 · 1 stop14 Apr 2027
May 2027$75920 May 2027 · KLM$490 · 1 stop20 May 2027
Jul 2027$91815 Jul 2027 · KLM$745 · 2 stops15 Jul 2027 · KLM

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $478 for November 2026, $441 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 7 of 7 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Amsterdam to Los Angeles, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Los Angeles

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USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Amsterdam to Los Angeles flights

How long is the flight from Amsterdam to Los Angeles?
A nonstop flight from Amsterdam (AMS) to Los Angeles (LAX) takes about 11h 42m, covering 8,956 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Amsterdam from Los Angeles by air?
The great-circle distance between Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Los Angeles International Airport is 8,956 km (5,565 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Amsterdam to Los Angeles?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the AMS–LAX route include KLM. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Amsterdam to Los Angeles cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on AMS–LAX was $759 USD with KLM (nonstop), departing 14 Apr 2027, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam to Los Angeles?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $441 one-way, against $748 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Amsterdam to Los Angeles?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $441 with one stop against $759 nonstop, a saving of $318. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Netherlands to USA?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter USA visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Los Angeles?
USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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