The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Shimojishima Airport (SHI) in Shimojishima Airport, Japan is 9,678 kilometers (6,014 miles / 5,226 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Netherlands with Japan. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:27 in Amsterdam, it's 07:27 in Shimojishima Airport. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Shimojishima Airport (SHI) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 328° (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 Shimojishima Airport (SHI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.