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Flight deals from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,023. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Amsterdam.$960 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Tue, 24 Nov.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $960, select.
Amsterdam.$970 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Sat, 5 Dec.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $970, select.
Amsterdam.$995 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $995, select.
Amsterdam.$1,023 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Thu, 30 Apr.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,023, select.
Amsterdam.$1,030 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Feb, returning Mon, 1 Mar.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,030, select.
Amsterdam.$1,030 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Mon, 15 Feb.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,030, select.
Amsterdam.$1,031 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec, returning Mon, 11 Jan.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,031, select.
Amsterdam.$1,093 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,093, select.
Amsterdam.$1,120 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,120, select.
Amsterdam.$1,126 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,126, select.
Amsterdam.$1,132 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,132, select.
Amsterdam.$1,134 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,134, select.
Amsterdam.$1,136 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,136, select.
Amsterdam.$1,188 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Sat, 19 Sep.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,188, select.
Amsterdam.$1,212 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,212, select.
Amsterdam.$1,239 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,239, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol flights are currently cheapest in November.
Mar
from $1,450
Apr
from $1,023
May
from $1,126
Jun
from $1,343
Jul
from $1,325
Aug
from $1,136
Sep
from $1,188
Oct
from $1,093
Nov
from $960
Dec
from $1,419
Jan
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Feb
from $1,030

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Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol: Alternative routes

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Chicago to Amsterdam: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$960
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time7 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week112

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Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol is $960. 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 57 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol.
United, Lufthansa and Air Canada fly direct from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol.
As of March 2026, there are 112 flights per week flying from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on Tuesday, 17 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 57 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 Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS): What you need to know

  • Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Chicago. Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) jetting off from here.

  • Expect to be travelling for 8 hours. That's the average duration of a direct Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight.

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

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) is the most popular route. There are 13 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with United Airlines at 7:20pm. Go for the first ORD to AMS departure operated by KLM at 4:20pm if you'd rather get a move on.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to AMS, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • With more travellers during busy months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.

Airports in Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • Reach your destination without the detour from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Nonstop flights from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) operate from here.

  • You'll find a direct flight from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport with United Airlines. This top airline offers services from ORD.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with United from ORD to AMS.

  • The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is KLM.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Chicago to AMS departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Your journey might pause in:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Dublin Airport (DUB)

  • Located around 27 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Chicago O'Hare International Airport:

  • Of the departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% arrive on time at their destination.

  • ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from Chicago Midway International Airport:

    • Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

    • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

  • MDW is about 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to AMS flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:

  • As far as flight punctuality goes, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.

  • MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • You can book a plane ticket from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) leaving from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) with a stopover. Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) is a popular connection point.

  • The journey time to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 2 hours by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometres or so.

  • Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport flight:

  • Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive within the expected time frame. At RFD, that rate is 71%.

  • You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.

About Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

Getting from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to central Amsterdam

  • From Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, central Amsterdam is around 18 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 20 minutes.

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

  • At the moment, $609 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $960. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Lock in cheap flights from Chicago to AMS by booking four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for September. That's the best month for landing cheap Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap plane tickets from Chicago to AMS by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Bag the best deal on a flight from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

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

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). September is when most people visit Amsterdam. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in January.

  • Lock in a Chicago to AMS plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Amsterdam to range from 13ºC to 25ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in February when temperatures are between 0ºC and 9ºC.

More about Amsterdam

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Amsterdam right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House are popular attractions which should be on every Amsterdam itinerary.

Explore more of the Netherlands

  • Eindhoven is just one of the many places in the Netherlands waiting to be explored once you've seen Amsterdam. Around 113 kilometres away to the southeast, its best attractions include Van Gogh - Roosegaarde Cycle Path, Designhuis and Philips Stadion.

  • Groningen is another sought-after destination in the Netherlands and is around 161 kilometres northeast of Amsterdam. No journey is complete without dropping by Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Stadspark.

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