AMS
Amsterdam
Netherlands
5,538 km
3,441 miles
BGU
Bangassou
Central African Republic
Distance
5,538 km
3,441 mi / 2,990 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Amsterdam
Heading
156°
south southeast

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AMS BGU
Airport Name Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Bangassou Airport
IATA Code AMS BGU
ICAO Code EHAM FEFG
City Amsterdam Bangassou
Country Netherlands Central African Republic
Timezone Europe/Amsterdam Africa/Bangui
Elevation -11 ft 1,706 ft
Coordinates 52.310000, 4.760000 4.790000, 22.780000

Amsterdam (AMS) to Bangassou (BGU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Bangassou Airport (BGU) in Bangassou, Central African Republic is 5,538 kilometers (3,441 miles / 2,990 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southeast at a heading of 156°.

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 Central African Republic. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:07 in Amsterdam, it's 00:07 in Bangassou.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,717 feet between the two airports. Bangassou Airport sits higher than Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

The return flight from Bangassou (BGU) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 346° (north 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 Bangassou Airport (BGU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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