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AMS → HAJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Hannover Airport (Hannover)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more diverse mix of urban views, including the possibility of seeing Amsterdam's canals, the dense forests of the Veluwe, and the scenic Teutoburg Forest ridge in Germany.
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Amsterdam City
Depending on the runway, you may see the iconic concentric canal rings of the Dutch capital during departure.
De Hoge Veluwe
The largest continuous forest area in the Netherlands, visible as a massive dark green expanse.
Teutoburg Forest
A distinct, long forested ridge that stands out from the surrounding flat plains as you cross into Germany.
Weser River
Watch for the winding curves of the Weser river as the aircraft begins its descent into the Hannover area.
Hannover Maschsee
The artificial lake and the HDI Arena near the city center are often visible on the final approach.
The right side is superior for evening flights to enjoy the sunset over the landscape. During the descent, look for the 'Porta Westfalica' gorge where the Weser river breaks through the hills. This side generally provides more topographic variety compared to the flat plains to the north.
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Markermeer
Expansive views of the polders and the large lake north of Amsterdam shortly after takeoff.
Flevoland
Observe the unique geometric layout of the world's largest artificial island and its reclaimed land.
Zwolle
A bird's-eye view of this historic Hanseatic city located at the crossroads of several waterways.
Osnabrück
Views of the city center situated between the rolling hills of the Wiehen Hills and the Teutoburg Forest.
North German Plain
The vast, flat agricultural landscape of Lower Saxony stretching toward the horizon.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Because this is a short, low-altitude flight, ground details like the Dutch canal systems are remarkably clear on clear days. Keep an eye out for the IJssel river which acts as a major navigation landmark.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 334 km (208 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 33 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: HAJ (52.461101532, 9.68507957458)
Route Type: International
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