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AMS → HEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Helsinki)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the unique Wadden Sea islands early in the flight and the dramatic transition from the Danish peninsula to the Swedish coastline and archipelagos.
Wadden Sea & Frisian Islands
Shortly after departure from AMS, witness the UNESCO-listed tidal flats and the distinctive chain of Dutch and German Frisian Islands.
Jutland Peninsula
Cross over the base of Denmark, offering views of the North Sea coastline and the rural landscapes of the Jutland region.
Swedish Skerries
As you head northeast, enjoy views of the rugged Swedish coastline and the dense, dark green boreal forests of Southern Sweden.
Stockholm Archipelago
If the flight path stays north, you will see the vast expanse of thousands of tiny islands scattered across the Baltic Sea near Stockholm.
Sit on the left to avoid direct southern sun glare during the day. In winter months, this side offers the best chance to see sea ice forming in the shallow coastal waters of the Baltic. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes after takeoff for the Dutch islands.
Kiel Canal & North Germany
Look for the engineering marvel of the Kiel Canal connecting the North Sea to the Baltic, and the busy ports of northern Germany.
Baltic Sea Expanse
Experience the deep blue of the open Baltic Sea, often dotted with cargo ships and massive cruise ferries traveling between Helsinki and Tallinn.
Tallinn Skyline
During the descent into Helsinki, you can often see across the Gulf of Finland to the medieval church spires and modern skyscrapers of Tallinn, Estonia.
Southern Finnish Coast
The approach to HEL from the south provides a great view of the rocky islands and summer cottages that define the Finnish coastline.
The right side is best for seeing Tallinn during the final 15 minutes of the flight. If flying during a late afternoon winter flight, this side will catch the sunset over the Baltic Sea. Watch for the Estonian coastline appearing about 20 minutes before landing.
Distance: 1,521 km (945 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 2 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)
Route Type: International
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