AMS
Amsterdam
Netherlands
4,830 km
3,001 miles
CIT
Shymkent
Kazakhstan
Distance
4,830 km
3,001 mi / 2,608 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Europe/Amsterdam
Heading
76°
east northeast

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AMS CIT
Airport Name Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Shymkent Airport
IATA Code AMS CIT
ICAO Code EHAM UAII
City Amsterdam Shymkent
Country Netherlands Kazakhstan
Timezone Europe/Amsterdam Asia/Almaty
Elevation -11 ft 1,387 ft
Coordinates 52.310000, 4.760000 42.360000, 69.480000

Amsterdam (AMS) to Shymkent (CIT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Shymkent Airport (CIT) in Shymkent, Kazakhstan is 4,830 kilometers (3,001 miles / 2,608 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:36 in Amsterdam, it's 03:36 in Shymkent. 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 1,398 feet between the two airports. Shymkent Airport sits higher than Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

The return flight from Shymkent (CIT) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 306° (northwest). 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 Shymkent Airport (CIT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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