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Distance from Amsterdam to Boston

5,558 km (3,453 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

5,558 km

Kilometers

3,453 miles

Miles

~7h 2m

Est. Flight

6h

Time Difference

Amsterdam

Netherlands
Area: 219 km²
Population: 0.92M
Timezone: UTC+1
Elevation: -2m

Boston

USA
Area: 232 km²
Population: 0.68M
Timezone: UTC-5
Elevation: 43m

Amsterdam and Boston sit on different continents, with a straight-line distance that would take roughly 7h 2m by commercial jet.

Amsterdam is known for Canal ring and Rijksmuseum, while Boston is famous for Harvard & MIT and Freedom Trail.

In terms of city area, Boston is 1.1x larger than Amsterdam. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Amsterdam from Boston?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Amsterdam to Boston is 5,558 km (3,453 miles).

How long is the flight from Amsterdam to Boston?

A direct flight would take approximately 7h 2m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Amsterdam bigger than Boston?

Boston is larger at 232 km², compared to 219 km².

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