AMS
Amsterdam
Netherlands
5,507 km
3,422 miles
KHT
Khost
Afghanistan
Distance
5,507 km
3,422 mi / 2,973 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Europe/Amsterdam
Heading
86°
east

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AMS KHT
Airport Name Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Khost Airport
IATA Code AMS KHT
ICAO Code EHAM OAKS
City Amsterdam Khost
Country Netherlands Afghanistan
Timezone Europe/Amsterdam Asia/Kabul
Elevation -11 ft 3,756 ft
Coordinates 52.310000, 4.760000 33.330000, 69.950000

Amsterdam (AMS) to Khost (KHT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Khost Airport (KHT) in Khost, Afghanistan is 5,507 kilometers (3,422 miles / 2,973 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east at a heading of 86°.

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 Afghanistan. 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 21:06 in Amsterdam, it's 00:36 in Khost. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,767 feet between the two airports. Khost Airport sits higher than Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

The return flight from Khost (KHT) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 313° (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 Khost Airport (KHT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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