AMS
Amsterdam
Netherlands
8,744 km
5,433 miles
ELL
Ellisras
South Africa
Distance
8,744 km
5,433 mi / 4,721 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Amsterdam
Heading
159°
south southeast

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AMS ELL
Airport Name Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Ellisras Matimba Airport
IATA Code AMS ELL
ICAO Code EHAM FAER
City Amsterdam Ellisras
Country Netherlands South Africa
Timezone Europe/Amsterdam Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation -11 ft 2,799 ft
Coordinates 52.310000, 4.760000 -23.730000, 27.690000

Amsterdam (AMS) to Ellisras (ELL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Ellisras Matimba Airport (ELL) in Ellisras, South Africa is 8,744 kilometers (5,433 miles / 4,721 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 159°.

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 South Africa. 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 22:57 in Amsterdam, it's 23:57 in Ellisras.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,810 feet between the two airports. Ellisras Matimba Airport sits higher than Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

The return flight from Ellisras (ELL) 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 Ellisras Matimba Airport (ELL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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