Airport Comparison
| AMS | HDS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport |
| IATA Code | AMS | HDS |
| ICAO Code | EHAM | FAHS |
| City | Amsterdam | Hoedspruit |
| Country | Netherlands | South Africa |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | -11 ft | 1,743 ft |
| Coordinates | 52.310000, 4.760000 | -24.370000, 31.050000 |
Amsterdam (AMS) to Hoedspruit (HDS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) in Hoedspruit, South Africa is 8,901 kilometers (5,531 miles / 4,806 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, 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 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 17:04 in Amsterdam, it's 18:04 in Hoedspruit.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,754 feet between the two airports. Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport sits higher than Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
The return flight from Hoedspruit (HDS) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 344° (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 Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.