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AMS โ GCI
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Guernsey Airport (Guernsey)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior scenic experience by following the diverse coastlines of the Netherlands, Belgium, and France before crossing the channel.
Zeeland Delta
Aerial view of the intricate Delta Works and the islands of the southern Netherlands.
Belgian Coastline
The long sandy stretches of Ostend and the bustling port of Zeebrugge.
Cรดte d'Opale
The dramatic white chalk cliffs of Cap Blanc-Nez and Cap Gris-Nez near Calais.
Seine Estuary
The wide mouth of the Seine river near the major port city of Le Havre.
Cotentin Peninsula
The rugged northern tip of Normandy including the historic city of Cherbourg.
Choose the left side for morning flights to have the sun behind you. This side offers more consistent landmarks throughout the flight, particularly the French coastal geography as the plane tracks south of the English coastline.
Dover Strait
A bird's-eye view of the intense shipping traffic in the world's busiest sea lane.
English Horizon
On exceptionally clear days, the distant White Cliffs of Dover may be visible to the north across the water.
Sark and Herm
Spectacular views of the smaller Channel Islands during the final descent into Guernsey.
St Peter Port
The charming capital of Guernsey visible as the plane maneuvers for landing on Runway 26.
The right side is best for the very final minutes of the flight. As you descend into Guernsey, this side provides the best perspective of the smaller islands like Herm and Sark, especially if the plane approaches from the east.
Distance: 607 km (377 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 1 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: GCI (49.43500137329102, -2.601969957351685)
Route Type: International
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