AMS
Amsterdam
Netherlands
2,945 km
1,830 miles
SJZ
Velas
Portugal
Distance
2,945 km
1,830 mi / 1,590 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Amsterdam
Heading
252°
west southwest

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AMS SJZ
Airport Name Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Sao Jorge Airport
IATA Code AMS SJZ
ICAO Code EHAM LPSJ
City Amsterdam Velas
Country Netherlands Portugal
Timezone Europe/Amsterdam Atlantic/Azores
Elevation -11 ft 311 ft
Coordinates 52.310000, 4.760000 38.670000, -28.180000

Amsterdam (AMS) to Velas (SJZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) in Velas, Portugal is 2,945 kilometers (1,830 miles / 1,590 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 252°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Netherlands with Portugal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:33 in Amsterdam, it's 02:33 in Velas.

The return flight from Velas (SJZ) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 48° (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 Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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