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AMS → DUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views of the Amsterdam canal rings during departure and a sweeping perspective of the Rhine river and the industrial Ruhr area upon approach to Dusseldorf.
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Amsterdam City Center
Unmatched views of the historic canal belt and the central station area shortly after takeoff.
Utrecht Dom Tower
The tallest church tower in the Netherlands is clearly visible as you fly over the central provinces.
De Hoge Veluwe
View the expansive heathlands and forests of the Netherlands' largest national park.
The Waal River
See the main distributary of the Rhine as it cuts through the landscape near Nijmegen.
Ruhr Metropolis
A dense network of cities and industrial heritage sites as you enter German airspace.
For the best experience, choose a window seat in front of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Since this is a very short flight (approx. 45 mins), visibility is key—morning flights often provide clear, crisp views of the Dutch polders, while the left side avoids the direct afternoon sun glare when heading southeast.
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North Sea Coastline
In the distance, the white sands of the Dutch coast and the dunes are visible during the initial climb.
Port of Rotterdam
A hazy but impressive view of one of the world's largest shipping hubs to the southwest.
Betuweroute
Follow the straight line of the dedicated freight railway stretching toward the German border.
Merkur Spiel-Arena
Just before landing at DUS, you can often spot the large stadium located right by the Rhine.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights if you want to see the sun setting over the North Sea in the distance. During the final approach into Dusseldorf, the right side often gets a great view of the airport's terminal structure and the nearby Rhine bridges if landing from the west.
Book Hotels in DuesseldorfDistance: 178 km (111 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 18 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Route Type: International
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