AMS to LHR Route Guide
Amsterdam, Netherlands → London, United Kingdom
Quick answer
EHAM (Amsterdam, Netherlands) to EGLL (London, United Kingdom) is a 200 NM (370 km / 230 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 258° (WSW). Typical cruise altitude FL80, expected flight time 1h 41m, common aircraft: Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22.
Distance
200 NM
370 km / 230 mi
Initial Bearing
258° (WSW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL80
8,000 ft
Block Time
1h 41m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
2,100 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
-11 ft
EHAM
Arrival Elevation
83 ft
EGLL
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 200 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Cessna 172
- Piper PA-28
- Cirrus SR22
- King Air 200
Weather considerations
Pilots flying AMS-LHR should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between AMS and LHR?
200 nautical miles (370 km / 230 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Amsterdam to London?
Approximately 1h 41m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly AMS-LHR?
Common types include Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22, King Air 200 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL80 (8,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
258° true (WSW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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