Airport Comparison
| AMS | PMD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport |
| IATA Code | AMS | PMD |
| ICAO Code | EHAM | KPMD |
| City | Amsterdam | Palmdale |
| Country | Netherlands | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | -11 ft | 2,543 ft |
| Coordinates | 52.310000, 4.760000 | 34.630000, -118.080000 |
Amsterdam (AMS) to Palmdale (PMD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) in Palmdale, United States is 8,875 kilometers (5,514 miles / 4,792 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 22:20 in Amsterdam, it's 13:20 in Palmdale. 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 2,554 feet between the two airports. Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport sits higher than Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
The return flight from Palmdale (PMD) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 31° (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 Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.