The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Moshoeshoe I International Airport (MSU) in Maseru, Lesotho is 9,359 kilometers (5,816 miles / 5,054 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 160°.

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 Lesotho. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:40 in Amsterdam, it's 16:40 in Maseru.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,359 feet between the two airports. Moshoeshoe I International 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 Maseru (MSU) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 346° (north 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 Moshoeshoe I International Airport (MSU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.