Airport Comparison
| AMS | COS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | AMS | COS |
| ICAO Code | EHAM | KCOS |
| City | Amsterdam | Colorado Springs |
| Country | Netherlands | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam | America/Denver |
| Elevation | -11 ft | 6,187 ft |
| Coordinates | 52.310000, 4.760000 | 38.810000, -104.700000 |
Amsterdam (AMS) to Colorado Springs (COS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) in Colorado Springs, United States is 7,816 kilometers (4,857 miles / 4,220 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:57 in Amsterdam, it's 03:57 in Colorado Springs. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,198 feet between the two airports. City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport sits higher than Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Colorado Springs (COS) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 38° (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 City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.