AKF
Kufra
Libya
3,499 km
2,174 miles
AMS
Amsterdam
Netherlands
Distance
3,499 km
2,174 mi / 1,890 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Tripoli
Heading
338°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

AKF AMS
Airport Name Kufra Airport Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
IATA Code AKF AMS
ICAO Code HLKF EHAM
City Kufra Amsterdam
Country Libya Netherlands
Timezone Africa/Tripoli Europe/Amsterdam
Elevation 1,367 ft -11 ft
Coordinates 24.180000, 23.310000 52.310000, 4.760000

Kufra (AKF) to Amsterdam (AMS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kufra Airport (AKF) in Kufra, Libya to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands is 3,499 kilometers (2,174 miles / 1,890 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Libya with Netherlands. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:21 in Kufra, it's 02:21 in Amsterdam.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,378 feet between the two airports. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol sits lower than Kufra Airport.

The return flight from Amsterdam (AMS) to Kufra (AKF) follows a heading of 146° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kufra Airport (AKF) and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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