The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Pukaki Airport (TWZ) in Twitzel, New Zealand is 18,612 kilometers (11,565 miles / 10,050 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying northeast at a heading of 56°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:30 in Amsterdam, it's 09:30 in Twitzel. With a 12-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 1,586 feet between the two airports. Pukaki Airport sits higher than Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

The return flight from Twitzel (TWZ) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 315° (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 Pukaki Airport (TWZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.