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AES → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Ålesund Airport (Alesund) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic Norwegian Sunnmøre Alps and deep fjords immediately after departure, followed by excellent views of the Dutch landscape upon descent.
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Sunnmøre Alps
Breathtaking views of jagged peaks and snow-capped mountains rising directly from the sea shortly after takeoff.
Sognefjord Region
Aerial perspective of Norway's longest and deepest fjord system as the flight heads south towards the North Sea.
Stavanger Coastline
Clear views of the rugged southwestern Norwegian coast and its complex network of islands and bridges.
Dutch Polders
The geometric perfection of reclaimed land and green agricultural patches as you enter Dutch airspace.
Amsterdam City Center
If landing on runways 18R or 18C, you may see the iconic canal ring and the city's dense urban core.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun over the North Sea. The most spectacular views happen within the first 20 minutes of the flight; keep your camera ready for the steep mountain drops into the fjords near Ålesund. On arrival, the left side typically offers a better view of the Schiphol airport terminal layout during taxiing.
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Vigra Archipelago
A stunning look at the islands surrounding Ålesund Airport, including the flat coastal plains of Giske.
North Sea Platforms
Spotting remote offshore oil and gas rigs in the middle of the North Sea during the cruise phase.
Wadden Sea Islands
The unique tidal flats and the island of Texel are often visible as you approach the Netherlands from the north.
Port of IJmuiden
Massive cargo ships and the North Sea Canal locks serving as the gateway to the Port of Amsterdam.
Dutch Coastline
Wide sandy beaches and the coastal dunes of North Holland stretching towards the horizon.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic and North Sea. This side provides a better view of the Wadden Sea UNESCO site during the descent into Amsterdam. If the plane circles before landing, you will get an expansive view of the Dutch coastline and the industrial ports near the shore.
Book Hotels in AmsterdamDistance: 1,143 km (710 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: AES (62.5625, 6.119699954986572)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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