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AMS → JRO
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (Kilimanjaro)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the definitive choice for this route, providing a clear view of Mount Kilimanjaro's snow-capped peak during the final approach into JRO.
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Eastern Alps
Panoramic views of the Austrian and Swiss alpine ranges shortly after takeoff from Amsterdam.
Blue Nile
The winding river path carving through the desert landscapes of Sudan and Northern Ethiopia.
Ethiopian Highlands
The rugged, high-altitude plateaus and deep gorges often referred to as the Roof of Africa.
Mount Kenya
A dramatic view of Africa's second highest mountain peak visible shortly before the Tanzanian border.
Mount Kilimanjaro
The spectacular glaciated summit of Africa's highest mountain during the descent into Kilimanjaro International Airport.
The standard KLM flight arrives in the early evening; the left side offers the best chance to see Kilimanjaro's snowy peak illuminated by the twilight glow. Aim for a seat in front of the wing (rows 10-20) for an unobstructed view of the Ethiopian Highlands and the mountain during landing. Ensure you are awake approximately 45 minutes before landing for the best mountain views.
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Excellent views of Mont Blanc and the high peaks of the French and Swiss border ranges.
Sahara Desert
Hours of stunning, ever-changing sand dunes and volcanic rock formations over Libya and Sudan.
Mediterranean Coast
The scenic crossing from the European coastline into the North African shore near Benghazi.
Lake Turkana
The vibrant, turquoise 'Jade Sea' located in the remote northern Kenyan rift valley.
Lake Natron
A unique, red-colored alkaline lake visible near the Tanzanian border during the final stages of flight.
The right side is ideal for desert photography during the afternoon hours. You will have a front-row seat to the sunset over the African continent as you move south. Watch for the distinct geological lines of the Great Rift Valley and the shimmering alkaline lakes of the Gregory Rift as you approach the Tanzanian border.
Book Hotels in KilimanjaroDistance: 6,901 km (4,288 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 7 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: JRO (-3.42940998077, 37.0745010376)
Route Type: International
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