The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) in Lhasa, China is 7,225 kilometers (4,489 miles / 3,901 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.

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 China. 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 12:16 in Amsterdam, it's 19:16 in Lhasa. 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 13,147 feet between the two airports. Lhasa Gonggar 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 Lhasa (LXA) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 318° (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 Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.