AMS
Amsterdam
Netherlands
8,792 km
5,463 miles
GBE
Gaborone
Botswana
Distance
8,792 km
5,463 mi / 4,747 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Amsterdam
Heading
160°
south southeast

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AMS GBE
Airport Name Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Sir Seretse Khama International Airport
IATA Code AMS GBE
ICAO Code EHAM FBSK
City Amsterdam Gaborone
Country Netherlands Botswana
Timezone Europe/Amsterdam Africa/Gaborone
Elevation -11 ft 3,299 ft
Coordinates 52.310000, 4.760000 -24.560000, 25.920000

Amsterdam (AMS) to Gaborone (GBE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) in Gaborone, Botswana is 8,792 kilometers (5,463 miles / 4,747 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 160°.

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 Botswana. 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 11:44 in Amsterdam, it's 12:44 in Gaborone.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,310 feet between the two airports. Sir Seretse Khama International Airport sits higher than Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

The return flight from Gaborone (GBE) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 347° (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 Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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