flights.net JFK → AMS
- Distance
- 3,633 mi
- Carriers
- 2
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is a transatlantic route of about 3,633 miles. KLM and joint-venture partner Delta run the flagship New York-Amsterdam route into KLM's Schiphol hub. New York to Amsterdam carries business, leisure, and dense onward-connecting European traffic.
Connecting New York, United States with Amsterdam, Netherlands, this is one of the more travelled transatlantic city pairs. Carriers fly the roughly 3,633-mile sector nonstop in about 7h 46m. Departures use John F. Kennedy International Airport, a 6 terminals airport that is a base for JetBlue, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines; arrivals land at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, which has 1 terminal and anchors KLM. With hub operations at both ends, frequencies and schedules on the JFK–AMS sector stay competitive year-round.
Route facts
| Route | John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) → Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) |
|---|---|
| Distance | 3,633 miles |
| Nonstop flight time | approximately 7h 46m |
| Nonstop carriers | 2 |
| Aircraft types | Boeing 777, Airbus A330, Boeing 787 |
| Market | transatlantic |
Carriers on this route
KLM, Delta Air Lines operate nonstop service from New York to Amsterdam. On-time performance and cancellation rates appear here once this route's BTS data is baked.
- KLM (KL)
- Delta Air Lines (DL)
Aircraft on this route
Carriers typically operate the Boeing 777, Airbus A330, Boeing 787 between New York and Amsterdam. The exact type varies by airline, frequency and season.
Best time to fly
April brings Amsterdam's famous tulip season, while May through September offer the mildest weather. Spring shoulder months keep fares reasonable.
Connecting your trip
Planning departure or arrival logistics? See our airport guides for John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) for terminals, hub airlines and the other routes each airport serves.
Fares & booking
Fares on the New York to Amsterdam route move with season and demand; booking roughly two to eight weeks ahead usually beats walk-up prices, and midweek departures tend to be cheaper than weekends. We show indicative cached fares for JFK–AMS where available and link out to live Skyscanner search for current, bookable prices.
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Frequently asked questions
- How far is the flight from New York to Amsterdam?
- John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is about 3,633 miles (5,847 km) by great-circle distance. A nonstop flight takes approximately 7h 46m.
- Which airlines fly nonstop from New York to Amsterdam?
- KLM and Delta Air Lines operate nonstop service from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS).
- What aircraft are used on the JFK to AMS route?
- Carriers typically operate the Boeing 777, Airbus A330 and Boeing 787 on the New York–Amsterdam route.
- When is the best time to fly from New York to Amsterdam?
- April brings Amsterdam's famous tulip season, while May through September offer the mildest weather. Spring shoulder months keep fares reasonable.
- Is JFK to AMS a nonstop flight?
- Yes. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is a directional nonstop route flown by 2 carriers; connecting itineraries via other hubs are also widely available.
- What countries does the JFK to AMS route connect?
- This route links New York, United States with Amsterdam, Netherlands.
- Which airports does the New York to Amsterdam route use?
- Flights depart John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK/KJFK) in New York and arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS/EHAM) in Amsterdam.
Data sources
- Airport identity and geography courtesy of OurAirports (ourairports.com); carriers and aircraft curated editorially.