The flight distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) in Amsterdam, Netherlands to Queenstown International Airport (ZQN) in Queenstown, New Zealand is 18,591 kilometers (11,552 miles / 10,039 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.

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 10:39 in Amsterdam, it's 22:39 in Queenstown. 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 1,182 feet between the two airports. Queenstown International Airport sits higher than Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

The return flight from Queenstown (ZQN) to Amsterdam (AMS) follows a heading of 310° (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 Queenstown International Airport (ZQN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.