Airport Comparison
| AMS | BYS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | Bicycle Lake Army Air Field |
| IATA Code | AMS | BYS |
| ICAO Code | EHAM | KBYS |
| City | Amsterdam | Fort Irwin/Barstow |
| Country | Netherlands | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | -11 ft | 2,350 ft |
| Coordinates | 52.310000, 4.760000 | 35.280000, -116.630000 |
Amsterdam (AMS) to Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) in Fort Irwin/Barstow, United States is 8,744 kilometers (5,433 miles / 4,721 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, 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 19:12 in Amsterdam, it's 10:12 in Fort Irwin/Barstow. 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 2,361 feet between the two airports. Bicycle Lake Army Air Field sits higher than Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
The return flight from Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 32° (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 Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.