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AMS β BLL
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Billund Airport (Billund)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an incredible perspective of the Dutch and German coastline, featuring the UNESCO-listed Wadden Sea and its chain of islands, followed by the industrial beauty of the Elbe estuary.
Flevoland Polders
Immediately after takeoff, see the geometric perfection of the Dutch reclaimed lands and the IJsselmeer shoreline.
Wadden Islands
A stunning sequence of islands including Texel, Vlieland, and the German East Frisian islands like Borkum.
The Wadden Sea
Low tide reveals intricate sandbanks and tidal channels, creating a natural abstract painting of mudflats.
Elbe River Estuary
The massive shipping lanes leading to Hamburg, often dotted with giant container ships near Cuxhaven.
Kiel Canal Entrance
The western entrance to the world's busiest artificial waterway is often visible as you cross into Schleswig-Holstein.
Sit on the right side for the most diverse geographic features. For the best views of the Wadden Sea mudflats, check the local tide tables; low tide offers significantly more visual detail than high tide. This side is brightest in the morning, so bring sunglasses.
North Sea Horizon
Vast views of the North Sea, where the deep blue water meets the sky, especially striking during midday light.
Offshore Wind Farms
Aerial view of massive wind turbine arrays like Gemini, standing as white dots against the dark sea.
Danish West Coast
The rugged sandy beaches and dunes of BlΓ₯vandshuk appear as the aircraft begins its turn toward central Jutland.
Port of Esbjerg
Visibility of Denmark's major west-facing port and the offshore supply vessels servicing the energy sector.
Choose the left side for evening flights to catch the sunset over the North Sea. It is also the better side if you want to avoid direct sunlight and glare during morning departures from Amsterdam.
Distance: 477 km (296 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 48 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: BLL (55.7402992249, 9.15178012848)
Route Type: International
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