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Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Ibiza Airport (Ibiza)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the Pyrenees' highest peaks and the iconic Es Vedrà rock formation during the descent into Ibiza.

Right Side Highlights
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Zeeland Delta

The intricate network of islands and dams in the southern Netherlands shortly after takeoff.

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Bordeaux Region

The vast vineyard landscapes and the Garonne river winding through southwest France.

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Central Pyrenees

The most dramatic, snow-capped section of the mountain range crossing into the Iberian Peninsula.

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Spanish Levant

The vibrant blue waters of the Mediterranean as you leave the Spanish mainland near Valencia.

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Es Vedrà

The mystical and massive limestone rock rising 400 meters out of the sea near the Ibiza coast.

The right side is essential for spotting Es Vedrà, one of the most famous landmarks of the Balearics, usually visible during the descent. For photography, late afternoon flights provide a stunning golden hour glow over the Pyrenees and the French countryside.

Left Side Highlights
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Parisian Periphery

Distant views of the sprawling Paris metropolitan area and the Eiffel Tower on clear days.

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Massif Central

The unique geological formations and extinct volcanoes of central France.

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Eastern Pyrenees

Rugged mountain ridges as the flight crosses the border from France into Spain.

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Costa Brava

The picturesque Mediterranean coastline stretching from the French border down toward Barcelona.

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Formentera

Clear views of Ibiza's sister island and its turquoise waters during the final approach pattern.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep a lookout for the Mediterranean coastline about 30 minutes before landing. If the aircraft loops south for a Runway 24 landing, you will get a perfect view of the salt pans (Ses Salines).

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Route Information

Distance: 1,517 km (943 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 1 min

Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)

Arrival: IBZ (38.8728981018, 1.3731199502899998)

Route Type: International

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