The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Wanaka Airport (WKA) in Wanaka Airport, New Zealand is 18,600 kilometers (11,557 miles / 10,043 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.

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 New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:48 in Amsterdam, it's 00:48 in Wanaka Airport. With a 12-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 1,153 feet between the two airports. Wanaka Airport sits higher than Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

The return flight from Wanaka Airport (WKA) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 312° (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 Wanaka Airport (WKA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.