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AMS → KRK
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Kraków John Paul II International Airport (Krakow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior scenic views of the Central European uplands and a stunning panorama of the Tatra Mountains during the descent into Krakow.
Thuringian Forest
Densely forested mountain range in central Germany providing a lush green carpet during the mid-flight phase.
Ore Mountains
The Erzgebirge range along the German-Czech border features dramatic ridges and deep valleys.
Oświęcim (Auschwitz)
The site of the Auschwitz-Birkenau memorial is often visible south of the flight path shortly before beginning the final descent.
Tatra Mountains
On clear days, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the High Tatras on the Slovakian border provide a spectacular horizon view to the south.
Sit behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Tatra Mountains during the descent. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting on the mountain ranges to the south, though winter flights may experience some sun glare. This side is consistently more interesting for geographic features.
IJsselmeer and Polders
Aerial view of the Netherlands' unique reclaimed land and the vast inland bay shortly after takeoff from Schiphol.
North German Plain
Expansive views of the flat northern German landscape, often passing near the urban centers of Hannover or Magdeburg.
Krakow Old Town
On a western approach to Runway 25, passengers can see the Vistula River, Wawel Castle, and the historic Main Market Square.
Choose this side if you want the best chance of seeing Krakow's city center during the final approach. This view is highly dependent on wind direction; if landing from the east, you will miss the city views. Morning flights avoid direct sun glare on this side.
Distance: 1,074 km (667 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: KRK (50.077702, 19.7848)
Route Type: International
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