Amsterdam to Lincoln flights
Lincoln lies 377 km (234 mi) west of Amsterdam, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 14 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Amsterdam | Lincoln | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | The Netherlands | United Kingdom |
| Population | 741,636 | 103,813 |
| Elevation | 13 m (43 ft) | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Amsterdam) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Nearest large airport | AMS, 11 km out | EMA, 69 km out |
| Postal codes | 1011–1109 | LN2 |
Clocks in Lincoln are 1 h behind Amsterdam right now, so a 1 h 14 min journey lands only 14 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Lincoln
Crossing from The Netherlands into United Kingdom: money changes from the Euro to the Pound (GBP); traffic switches to the left; sockets are BS 1363; the dialling code becomes +44; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q3086706.
Airports at each end
Leaving Amsterdam
Amsterdam is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM, 56 km).
Arriving in Lincoln
Lincoln is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is East Midlands Airport (EMA), 69 km (43 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,495 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Humberside Airport (HUY, 41 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Airport | EMA | 69 km (43 mi) | 9,495 ft | 306 ft |
| Humberside Airport (regional) | HUY | 41 km (25 mi) | 7,218 ft | 121 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Lincoln from Amsterdam?
377 km (234 mi) in a straight line, west of Amsterdam.
How long does it take to get from Amsterdam to Lincoln by air?
About 1 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Amsterdam and Lincoln?
Lincoln is 1 h behind at the moment (Europe/London against Europe/Amsterdam).
Which airports are used for Amsterdam to Lincoln flights?
Typically Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to East Midlands Airport (EMA); Lincoln also has HUY.
What currency do I need in Lincoln?
The Pound (GBP).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.