EWR
Newark
United States
5,862 km
3,642 miles
RTM
Rotterdam
Netherlands
Distance
5,862 km
3,642 mi / 3,165 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
49°
northeast

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EWR RTM
Airport Name Newark Liberty International Airport Rotterdam Airport
IATA Code EWR RTM
ICAO Code KEWR EHRD
City Newark Rotterdam
Country United States Netherlands
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Amsterdam
Elevation 17 ft -15 ft
Coordinates 40.690000, -74.170000 51.960000, 4.440000

Newark (EWR) to Rotterdam (RTM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, United States to Rotterdam Airport (RTM) in Rotterdam, Netherlands is 5,862 kilometers (3,642 miles / 3,165 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 United States with Netherlands. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:41 in Newark, it's 22:41 in Rotterdam. With a 6-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 Rotterdam (RTM) to Newark (EWR) follows a heading of 291° (west 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 Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Rotterdam Airport (RTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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