Transit Desk

Crossing brief

How far is it from Netherlands to United Kingdom?

Distance
It is about 358 km (222 mi) from Netherlands to United Kingdom as the crow flies — roughly 59 min by non-stop flight.

Amsterdam to London

Netherlands United Kingdom
Distance
358 km
In miles
222 mi
Flight time
59 min
Time change
1 h west

Distance is the great-circle distance between the capitals (Amsterdam and London); flight time is an estimate for a non-stop route at cruising speed. Real schedules vary with routing, winds and connections.

This is a short-haul route: among the 59 countries we cover, United Kingdom is the #2 closest to Netherlands, making it one of the closer destinations.

Crossing from Netherlands to United Kingdom

The practical differences you will notice on this specific trip.

Time on arrivalYou fly west and gain 1 h. On arrival your body clock reads 1 h ahead of local time — westward trips are usually easier to shake off.
PowerPack a plug adapter — United Kingdom uses Type G sockets your Netherlands plugs do not fit. Voltage is the same (230V).
Money1 EUR = 0.857 GBP — exchange Euro for Pound Sterling before or on arrival.

Common questions

How far is Netherlands from United Kingdom?

About 358 km (222 miles) in a straight line between the two capitals.

How long is the flight from Netherlands to United Kingdom?

A non-stop flight takes roughly 59 min, though actual times depend on the exact airports and routing.

Will I be jet-lagged flying to United Kingdom?

You fly west and gain 1 h. On arrival your body clock reads 1 h ahead of local time — westward trips are usually easier to shake off.

Updated July 2, 2026