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AMS → KEF
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Keflavik International Airport (Keflavik)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Icelandic mainland upon approach, including the massive Vatnajökull glacier and the volcanic interior, while also providing the best angle for Northern Lights viewing on night flights.
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IJsselmeer
The massive reclaimed bay and the Afsluitdijk dam separating the lake from the sea.
Vatnajökull Glacier
Europe's largest ice cap by volume, appearing as a massive white expanse on the horizon.
Eyjafjallajökull
The glacier-capped volcano famous for its 2010 eruption, visible during the final 30 minutes of flight.
Reykjanes Lava Fields
Otherworldly black lava fields and geothermal steam plumes near the landing site.
Aurora Borealis
On winter night flights, this north-facing side provides the best view of the Northern Lights.
Sit on the right side for the most iconic Icelandic geography. Approximately 40 minutes before landing, look for the immense white ice of Vatnajökull. If traveling between September and March on an evening flight, turn off your overhead light and use a blanket to cover the window to reduce glare while spotting the Aurora.
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North Holland Coastline
Clear views of the Dutch beaches and the transition from the polders to the North Sea.
Wadden Sea Islands
The unique UNESCO-listed tidal flats and islands stretching north of the Netherlands.
Shipping Lanes
Aerial perspective of the busy maritime traffic and offshore wind farms in the North Sea.
Westman Islands
Dramatic volcanic archipelago off the south coast of Iceland visible during the descent.
Choose this side for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. During the descent into KEF, keep your eyes peeled for the distinctive cone of the Keilir volcano and the jagged cliffs of the Reykjanes coastline if the approach comes from the south.
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Get eSIMs for IcelandDistance: 2,038 km (1,266 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 43 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: KEF (63.985000610352, -22.605600357056)
Route Type: International
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