AMS
Amsterdam
Netherlands
8,871 km
5,512 miles
WJF
Lancaster
United States
Distance
8,871 km
5,512 mi / 4,790 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Europe/Amsterdam
Heading
316°
northwest

Airport Comparison

AMS WJF
Airport Name Amsterdam Airport Schiphol General Wm J Fox Airfield
IATA Code AMS WJF
ICAO Code EHAM KWJF
City Amsterdam Lancaster
Country Netherlands United States
Timezone Europe/Amsterdam America/Los_Angeles
Elevation -11 ft 2,351 ft
Coordinates 52.310000, 4.760000 34.740000, -118.220000

Amsterdam (AMS) to Lancaster (WJF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to General Wm J Fox Airfield (WJF) in Lancaster, United States is 8,871 kilometers (5,512 miles / 4,790 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:28 in Amsterdam, it's 08:28 in Lancaster. With a 9-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 2,362 feet between the two airports. General Wm J Fox Airfield sits higher than Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

The return flight from Lancaster (WJF) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 31° (north northeast). 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 General Wm J Fox Airfield (WJF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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