AMS
Amsterdam
Netherlands
8,979 km
5,580 miles
SZK
Skukuza
South Africa
Distance
8,979 km
5,580 mi / 4,848 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Amsterdam
Heading
156°
south southeast

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AMS SZK
Airport Name Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Skukuza Airport
IATA Code AMS SZK
ICAO Code EHAM FASZ
City Amsterdam Skukuza
Country Netherlands South Africa
Timezone Europe/Amsterdam Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation -11 ft 1,020 ft
Coordinates 52.310000, 4.760000 -24.960000, 31.590000

Amsterdam (AMS) to Skukuza (SZK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Skukuza Airport (SZK) in Skukuza, South Africa is 8,979 kilometers (5,580 miles / 4,848 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 156°.

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 South Africa. 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 21:14 in Amsterdam, it's 22:14 in Skukuza.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,031 feet between the two airports. Skukuza Airport sits higher than Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

The return flight from Skukuza (SZK) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 344° (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 Skukuza Airport (SZK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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