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AMS → DEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled views of the snow-capped Hindu Kush and the majestic Himalayan range as the aircraft approaches the Indian subcontinent.
Dutch Coastline
Clear views of the Wadden Sea and the unique polder landscapes of the Netherlands shortly after departure.
Central Asian Steppes
The vast, arid expanses of Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan featuring dramatic desert colors and salt flats.
Hindu Kush
Spectacular high-altitude views of the rugged mountain peaks across Afghanistan and Northern Pakistan.
Himalayan Vistas
On clear days, the distant but towering peaks of the Himalayas are visible as you enter Indian airspace.
North Delhi Approach
Aerial view of the sprawling urban density and the Yamuna River during the final descent into DEL.
Book a seat on the left (A/K depends on airline) for the best chance to see the Himalayas. Since most flights from AMS to DEL depart in the evening and arrive in the morning, the left side will face North, away from the direct morning sun, providing better lighting for photography of the mountains during the descent.
Central Europe
Glimpses of German and Austrian landscapes, including major cities and the Danube river system.
Black Sea Coast
A long stretch of deep blue water as the flight path skirts the southern coastline of the Black Sea.
Zagros Mountains
The intricate, folded rock formations of the Iranian plateau, especially striking during golden hour.
Indo-Gangetic Plain
The lush green agricultural patchwork and dense settlements of Northern India before landing.
The right side offers great views of the Iranian plateau and the Black Sea. However, on morning arrivals, this side faces the rising sun, which can cause significant glare and heat. Keep your window shade down during the middle of the flight to stay cool, and open it as you cross into India for the descent.
Distance: 6,363 km (3,954 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 29 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Route Type: International
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