Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
A direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol takes on average 10 hours 21 minutes. The timezone in Amsterdam is UTC+1, which makes it 8 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol start at 09:40 — the first with KLM. The latest flight in the day is the 16:50 service with KLM. In total, there are 15 services every week between LAX and AMS.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
KLM is your gateway to discovering Amsterdam (and maybe even some other great corners of Netherlands!). Look through the direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol offered by this popular airline.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the top stopovers between LAX and AMS:
Beijing Capital International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
London Heathrow Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from LAX to AMS, check if you need a visa to enter Netherlands. Visa and travel document requirements can differ and are updated often. To get the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're travelling to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
$376 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Return flights start at $906. These fares may change based on availability.
Score cheap flight tickets from LAX to AMS by booking at least 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Travelling from central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport takes around 54 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near LAX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you have a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near AMS:
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is approximately 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 23 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 3 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. June is the busiest month to visit Amsterdam. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
February has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from LAX to AMS sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Amsterdam
Start your Amsterdam trip right by finding the perfect stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from LAX to AMS, explore our hotel options including:
Anne Frank House and Van Gogh Museum are a couple of big attractions to add to your Amsterdam itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Rijksmuseum.
Complete your Amsterdam trip with hotels and a car rental
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