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Cheap Flights from Amsterdam (AMS) to Los Angeles (LAXA)

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Flight deals from Amsterdam Schiphol to Los Angeles

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Amsterdam Schiphol to Los Angeles? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Los Angeles.$755 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Fri, 10 Oct.Return flight with easyJet and Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $755, select.
Los Angeles.$804 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Feb, returning Thu, 12 Mar.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $804, select.
Los Angeles.$805 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Feb, returning Sat, 14 Feb.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 14 Feb, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $805, select.
Los Angeles.$805 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar, returning Tue, 10 Mar.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $805, select.
Los Angeles.$805 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $805, select.
Los Angeles.$805 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Jan, returning Thu, 29 Jan.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Fri, 16 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $805, select.
Los Angeles.$805 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Sat, 6 Dec.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $805, select.
Los Angeles.$805 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Jan, returning Sat, 14 Feb.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 14 Feb, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $805, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Los Angeles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Amsterdam Schiphol to Los Angeles flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from $1,275
Sep
from $806
Oct
from $807
Nov
from $806
Dec
from $973
Jan
from $806
Feb
from $806
Mar
from $806
Apr
from $973
May
from $1,037
Jun
from $1,203
Jul
from $1,312

Direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Los Angeles

Alternative Amsterdam Schiphol to Los Angeles routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Amsterdam Schiphol to Los Angeles? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Amsterdam to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$755
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time11 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineVirgin Atlantic
Average flights per week76

Finding cheap flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Los Angeles: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in Los Angeles: Hawthorne, Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach Municipal, Los Angeles Van Nuys, Santa Ana John Wayne, and Ontario International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Amsterdam Schiphol to Los Angeles is $756. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Amsterdam Schiphol to Los Angeles.
Virgin Atlantic, KLM and Air France fly direct from Amsterdam Schiphol to Los Angeles.
As of August 2025, there are 114 flights per week flying from Amsterdam Schiphol to Los Angeles.
The cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Los Angeles is usually September.
If you're flying from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 19.6 km away from the centre of Los Angeles. We've found flights into this airport from $756.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Los Angeles on Friday, 26 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 5 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In August, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. August is typically the warmest month in Los Angeles, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, easyJet and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles.

Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Los Angeles: what you need to know

  • Around 10 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Los Angeles.

  • Los Angeles is eight hours behind Amsterdam, where Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located. Los Angeles runs on the UTC-7 timezone.

  • With 11 weekly flights between the two airports, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the busiest route. KLM operates the earliest flight at 09:40. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from AMS to LAX is with KLM at 12:45.

  • For a relaxed start to your AMS to Los Angeles flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • Begin your journey at AMS and travel nonstop to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). That will be your arrival point when searching for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Los Angeles tickets.

  • Get on board with KLM. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Los Angeles.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from AMS to Los Angeles. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)

    • Copenhagen Airport (CPH)

    • Edmonton International Airport (YEG)

  • Located around 13 kilometres from central Amsterdam, AMS can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Los Angeles? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near AMS:

  • 67.93% of flights that depart Amsterdam Airport Schiphol touch down at their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Los Angeles

  • $529 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Los Angeles flight. A return ticket right now is $756. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Score cheap flights from AMS to Los Angeles by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • June is the best month for picking up an amazing deal on Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Los Angeles tickets. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from AMS to Los Angeles is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as a cheaper option becomes available.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Los Angeles with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to LAX if you're coming in on a late flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Los Angeles. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and discover more of Los Angeles and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from AMS to Los Angeles.

  • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • The centre of Los Angeles is located around 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). After your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Los Angeles has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.

  • You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your AMS to Los Angeles flight:

  • The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Van Nuys Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz and hit the road in a heartbeat.

  • Generally speaking, the sooner you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Secure your ride from VNY as soon as you've confirmed your plans.

Best time to go to Los Angeles

  • Travel to Los Angeles in peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Los Angeles in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Los Angeles flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from AMS to Los Angeles around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Los Angeles

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Los Angeles right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Los Angeles:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. The Broad, Griffith Observatory and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Los Angeles itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • Los Angeles is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • San Jose is another essential stop in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without experiencing Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

Plan the rest of your trip from Amsterdam to Los Angeles

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