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AMS → AES
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Ålesund Airport (Alesund)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled view of Norway's dramatic coastline, deep fjords, and snow-capped mountain ranges as you fly north from the Netherlands.
Wadden Islands
Shortly after takeoff, view the unique sandbanks and tidal flats of the Dutch Wadden Sea.
Hardangerfjord
Cross over the mouth of one of Norway's most iconic and longest fjords near the city of Bergen.
Folgefonna Glacier
Look for the bright white expanse of one of Norway's largest plateau glaciers glinting in the distance.
Sognefjord Entrance
Aerial perspective of where the world's longest ice-free fjord meets the North Sea.
Sunnmøre Alps
Dramatic jagged peaks rising directly from the fjords as the plane prepares for landing.
Choose the right side for the 'wow' factor. Morning flights provide the best illumination of the Norwegian mountains. Keep your camera ready as you pass Bergen, as the terrain becomes increasingly mountainous and scenic every minute until landing.
North Sea Horizon
Expansive views of the North Sea as the plane departs the Dutch coast and heads north.
Offshore Wind Farms
Spot massive arrays of wind turbines in the North Sea, showcasing large-scale renewable energy.
Atlantic Archipelago
As you descend into Ålesund, view the rugged outer islands like Giske and Godøya surrounded by the Atlantic.
Coastal Shipping Lanes
Watch for large cargo vessels and Hurtigruten ships navigating the coastal waters of Møre og Romsdal.
Sit on the left if you prefer afternoon flights with less direct sun glare. During the final approach into AES, you will get a great look at the lighthouse on Alnes and the sheer cliffs of the outer islands.
Distance: 1,143 km (710 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: AES (62.5625, 6.119699954986572)
Route Type: International
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