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Amsterdam.C$552 per passenger.Departing Mon, Sep 15, returning Thu, Sep 18.Round-trip flight with Fly Play.Outbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, Sep 15, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departing from Amsterdam Schiphol on Thu, Sep 18, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$552, select.
Amsterdam.C$576 per passenger.Departing Sun, Sep 21, returning Sat, Oct 11.Round-trip flight with Fly Play.Outbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, Sep 21, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departing from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sat, Oct 11, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$576, select.
Amsterdam.C$593 per passenger.Departing Sat, Oct 4, returning Sat, Oct 11.Round-trip flight with Fly Play.Outbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, Oct 4, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departing from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sat, Oct 11, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$593, select.
Amsterdam.C$609 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jan 25, returning Tue, Feb 3.Round-trip flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, Jan 25, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departing from Amsterdam Schiphol on Tue, Feb 3, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$609, select.
Amsterdam.C$609 per passenger.Departing Fri, Dec 5, returning Thu, Dec 11.Round-trip flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Fri, Dec 5, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departing from Amsterdam Schiphol on Thu, Dec 11, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$609, select.
Amsterdam.C$609 per passenger.Departing Fri, Mar 6, returning Sun, Mar 15.Round-trip flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Fri, Mar 6, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departing from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sun, Mar 15, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$609, select.
Amsterdam.C$610 per passenger.Departing Thu, Feb 5, returning Thu, Feb 19.Round-trip flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, Feb 5, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departing from Amsterdam Schiphol on Thu, Feb 19, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$610, select.
Amsterdam.C$610 per passenger.Departing Fri, Nov 28, returning Sun, Dec 14.Round-trip flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departing from Washington Dulles on Fri, Nov 28, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departing from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sun, Dec 14, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$610, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Amsterdam Schiphol

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington, D.C. to Amsterdam Schiphol flights are currently cheapest in September.
Sep
from C$552
Oct
from C$593
Nov
from C$611
Dec
from C$609
Jan
from C$611
Feb
from C$610
Mar
from C$609
Apr
from C$674
May
from C$718
Jun
from C$1,093
Jul
from C$1,107
Aug
from C$822

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Washington, D.C. to Amsterdam: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$552
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time7 hrs, 47 mins
Most popular airlineSWISS
Average flights per week114

Finding cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Amsterdam Schiphol: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Amsterdam Schiphol is C$552. 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.
7 hours and 47 minutes is the average flight time from Washington, D.C. to Amsterdam Schiphol.
SWISS, Air Canada and Lufthansa fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Amsterdam Schiphol.
There are 114 flights per week flying from Washington, D.C. to Amsterdam Schiphol, as of September 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Amsterdam Schiphol is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington, D.C. to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on Monday, September 15, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 47 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 Amsterdam Schiphol 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 Amsterdam is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Washington DC to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): What you need to know

  • You can choose from multiple airports when organizing your flight from Washington DC to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). Explore your options for taking off from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).

  • Amsterdam is five hours ahead of Washington DC. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located in Amsterdam, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Washington DC to AMS.

  • Peak season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Washington DC to AMS. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

  • Located around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Washington DC to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • Of all flights leaving Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% land on schedule at their destination.

  • You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Consider beginning your travels from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). You can book a direct Washington DC to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) flight ticket with departures from this hub.

  • KLM operates direct flights from Washington DC to AMS leaving from IAD. Book your favourite window seat and arrive at your destination in a single hop.

  • KLM is the most popular choice for travellers flying from IAD to AMS.

  • KLM has the best on-time rating of any carrier operating flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

  • Break up your flight from Washington DC to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and AMS include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Dublin Airport (DUB)

  • You can reach IAD from the centre of Washington DC in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.

  • Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to AMS flight:

  • Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 74.39%. This figure shows how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.

  • The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • You can lock in a flight ticket from Washington DC to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) with one or more stops leaving from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Here are some of the most common stopovers between BWI and AMS:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • Keflavik International Airport (KEF)

  • BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 50 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Make catching an early Washington DC to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and get to the check-in counter with time to spare:

  • Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive as expected. At BWI, that figure is 77.13%.

About Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam

  • Central Amsterdam is about 13 kilometres from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Travel times by car rental or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.

  • It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • C$316 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Return flights start from C$552. These prices can change based on availability.

  • Snap up cheap flights from Washington DC to AMS by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.

  • July is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Washington DC to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol ticket. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on flight tickets from Washington DC to AMS.

  • Hunt for savings on a flight from Washington DC to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Washington DC to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Washington DC to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). June is the most popular month to visit Amsterdam. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in February.

  • Book a Washington DC to AMS flight ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Amsterdam to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

  • February sees temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Amsterdam

  • After booking your flight from Washington DC to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Amsterdam:

  • Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum are just two of the major attractions to add to your Amsterdam to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Stichting Het Rijksmuseum.

Explore more of the Netherlands

  • Amsterdam has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the Netherlands waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres south-east of Amsterdam, a trip to Eindhoven will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Van Gogh - Roosegaarde Cycle Path, Taste Eindhoven Foodtours and Designhuis.

  • Around 161 kilometres north-east of Amsterdam, Groningen is another essential stop in the Netherlands. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Martiniplaza.

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