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AMS → EBL
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Erbil International Airport (Erbil)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this southeasterly route as it faces away from the direct sun, offering better lighting for the Black Sea coastline and the dramatic Zagros mountains in Northern Iraq.
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Dutch Polders
The geometric beauty of reclaimed land and intricate canal systems visible shortly after takeoff from Schiphol.
Black Sea Crossing
A vast expanse of deep blue water appearing as the aircraft transitions from the Balkan Peninsula to Turkey.
Pontic Mountains
Jagged, high-altitude peaks that run parallel to the Turkish northern coast, often shrouded in dramatic clouds.
Kurdistan Peaks
The folded, snow-capped ridges of the Zagros range marking the entrance into Iraqi airspace.
Sit on the left (Port) side to avoid the harsh southern sun glare during morning or midday flights. This side provides the most consistent lighting for photographing the Turkish mountains and the approach into Erbil. Watch for the dramatic change in terrain as the flat Black Sea meets the rugged Anatolian coast.
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Distant views of the northern edge of the Alps while cruising over Southern Germany and Austria.
The Bosphorus
The iconic waterway dividing Europe and Asia may be visible if the flight path follows a more southern route through Turkey.
Mount Erciyes
A massive, isolated stratovolcano that dominates the horizon in the Central Anatolian region of Turkey.
Anatolian Steppe
High-altitude arid plains and unique geological formations characteristic of the Turkish interior.
Erbil Citadel
The ancient, circular UNESCO World Heritage site located at the heart of the city during the final descent.
The right (Starboard) side offers views of Central Anatolia's volcanic geography. However, expect significant sun glare for most of the journey. If you are flying in the late afternoon, the sunset over the Anatolian plateau can be spectacular from this side. Keep your window shade down during the middle of the flight to stay cool.
Book Hotels in ErbilDistance: 3,535 km (2,197 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 10 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: EBL (36.23759841918945, 43.96319961547852)
Route Type: International
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