AMS
Amsterdam
Netherlands
12,448 km
7,735 miles
APZ
Zapala
Argentina
Distance
12,448 km
7,735 mi / 6,721 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Europe/Amsterdam
Heading
234°
southwest

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AMS APZ
Airport Name Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Zapala Airport
IATA Code AMS APZ
ICAO Code EHAM SAHZ
City Amsterdam Zapala
Country Netherlands Argentina
Timezone Europe/Amsterdam America/Argentina/Salta
Elevation -11 ft 3,330 ft
Coordinates 52.310000, 4.760000 -38.980000, -70.110000

Amsterdam (AMS) to Zapala (APZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Zapala Airport (APZ) in Zapala, Argentina is 12,448 kilometers (7,735 miles / 6,721 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southwest at a heading of 234°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Netherlands with Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:59 in Amsterdam, it's 20:59 in Zapala. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,341 feet between the two airports. Zapala Airport sits higher than Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

The return flight from Zapala (APZ) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 40° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) and Zapala Airport (APZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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