The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Captain Rogelio Castillo National Airport (CYW) in Celaya, Mexico is 9,220 kilometers (5,729 miles / 4,978 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 295°.

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 Mexico. 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 13:01 in Amsterdam, it's 06:01 in Celaya. With a 7-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 5,720 feet between the two airports. Captain Rogelio Castillo National 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 Celaya (CYW) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 36° (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 Captain Rogelio Castillo National Airport (CYW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.