AMS
Amsterdam
Netherlands
6,953 km
4,321 miles
XWA
Williston
United States
Distance
6,953 km
4,321 mi / 3,754 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Europe/Amsterdam
Heading
315°
northwest

Airport Comparison

AMS XWA
Airport Name Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Williston Basin International Airport
IATA Code AMS XWA
ICAO Code EHAM KXWA
City Amsterdam Williston
Country Netherlands United States
Timezone Europe/Amsterdam America/Chicago
Elevation -11 ft 2,356 ft
Coordinates 52.310000, 4.760000 48.260000, -103.750000

Amsterdam (AMS) to Williston (XWA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Williston Basin International Airport (XWA) in Williston, United States is 6,953 kilometers (4,321 miles / 3,754 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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 17:48 in Amsterdam, it's 10:48 in Williston. With a 7-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 2,367 feet between the two airports. Williston Basin International Airport sits higher than Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

The return flight from Williston (XWA) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 41° (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 Williston Basin International Airport (XWA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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