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AMS → GUW
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Atyrau Airport (Atyrau)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the rugged peaks of the Carpathian Mountains, the vast expanse of the Black Sea, and a dramatic approach over the Ural River delta.
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Carpathian Mountains
The jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Romanian Carpathians provide a dramatic mid-flight scenery change.
Black Sea Coast
Deep blue vistas of the northern Black Sea as the aircraft bypasses conflict zones to the north.
Danube Delta
A UNESCO World Heritage site featuring a massive maze of reed beds and lakes at the edge of Romania.
Ural River
The geographic border between Europe and Asia, visible winding through the city of Atyrau during descent.
Caspian Oil Fields
Offshore and onshore industrial infrastructure of the North Caspian, one of the world's largest oil regions.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to capture the sunset over the Caspian Sea. Ensure you are looking out approximately 3 hours into the flight for the mountain ranges. On final approach, this side often provides the best view of the Ural River separating the two continents.
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Amsterdam Polders
Intricate patterns of Dutch reclaimed land and canals visible shortly after takeoff from Schiphol.
North German Plain
Expansive views of the lush green forests and agricultural heartlands of Northern Germany.
Vistula River
The winding path of Poland's longest river as the flight path crosses Central Europe.
Volga River Delta
The complex network of waterways where the Volga meets the Caspian Sea, visible on the approach to Atyrau.
Caspian Depression
Unique, arid landscapes and salt flats characteristic of the low-lying region surrounding GUW.
Choose this side for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. It is particularly good for spotting the transition from the fertile European plains to the semi-desert steppe of Western Kazakhstan. Keep an eye out for the vast Volga Delta roughly 45 minutes before landing.
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Get eSIMs for KazakhstanDistance: 3,370 km (2,094 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 58 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: GUW (47.12189865112305, 51.8213996887207)
Route Type: International
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