The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Nkaus Airport (NKU) in Nkaus, Lesotho is 9,435 kilometers (5,862 miles / 5,094 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 08:00 in Amsterdam, it's 09:00 in Nkaus.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,632 feet between the two airports. Nkaus 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 Nkaus (NKU) 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 Nkaus Airport (NKU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.