The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Hiva Oa-Atuona Airport (AUQ) in Hiva Oa-Atuona Airport, French Polynesia is 14,271 kilometers (8,867 miles / 7,706 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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 French Polynesia. 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 04:35 in Amsterdam, it's 18:05 in Hiva Oa-Atuona Airport. With a 10.5-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 1,492 feet between the two airports. Hiva Oa-Atuona Airport sits higher than Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

The return flight from Hiva Oa-Atuona Airport (AUQ) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 27° (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 Hiva Oa-Atuona Airport (AUQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.