Scenic view of bicycles and vibrant tulips on an Amsterdam canal bridge during spring. — flights from Los Angeles to Amsterdam
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Flights from Los Angeles to Amsterdam

Nonstop flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Amsterdam (AMS) take about 11h 42m (8,956 km). KLM flies it. Lowest fare seen: $718 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Amsterdam

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Scenic view of bicycles and vibrant tulips on an Amsterdam canal bridge during spring. — arriving in Amsterdam

Airport transfer

AMS → Amsterdam, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at LAX →1 lounge at LAX AirportEarly arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Amsterdam →28 drop-off points, from €3.90

Things to book in Amsterdam

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Museumpleinfrom €5.50
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View of Dam Square with bustling crowd and historic architecture in Amsterdam during sunset.from €5.50
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A picturesque view of the Skinny Bridge in Amsterdam on a bright spring day.from €10
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Leidsepleinfrom €10
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Airlines flying Los Angeles to Amsterdam

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

✈ KLMnonstop fare seen

Los Angeles to Amsterdam fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $718 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $330. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Nov 2026$83024 Nov 2026 · KLM$330 · 2 stops24 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$7181 Dec 2026 · KLM$351 · 1 stop13 Dec 2026
Apr 2027$90016 Apr 2027 · KLM$463 · 2 stops16 Apr 2027
Jul 2027$115220 Jul 2027 · KLM$425 · 2 stops20 Jul 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $330 in November 2026, against $425 at best later on.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Los Angeles to Amsterdam, 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 Amsterdam

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Netherlands 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 — Los Angeles to Amsterdam flights

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Amsterdam?
A nonstop flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Amsterdam (AMS) 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 Los Angeles from Amsterdam by air?
The great-circle distance between Los Angeles International Airport and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is 8,956 km (5,565 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Amsterdam?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LAX–AMS 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 Los Angeles to Amsterdam cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LAX–AMS was $718 USD with KLM (nonstop), departing 1 Dec 2026, 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 Los Angeles to Amsterdam?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $330 one-way, against $463 for April 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Los Angeles to Amsterdam?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $330 with 2 stops against $718 nonstop, a saving of $388. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from USA to Netherlands?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Netherlands 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 Amsterdam?
Netherlands 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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