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AMS → MSP
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the jagged southern Greenland coastline, the iceberg-filled Labrador Sea, and a majestic descent over Lake Superior.
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Dutch Coast and North Sea
Watch the intricate Dutch coastline and massive offshore wind farms as you depart the Netherlands.
Scottish Highlands
If the northern track is taken, you will see the rugged peaks and deep lochs of the Scottish wilderness.
Greenland's Southern Tip
Incredible views of the jagged peaks, deep fjords, and massive glaciers around Cape Farewell and Prince Christian Sound.
Iceberg Alley
Spot large icebergs drifting south through the Labrador Sea along the eastern Canadian coast.
Lake Superior
The final approach offers a stunning perspective of the world's largest freshwater lake and the Apostle Islands.
Sit on the left (Side A/B/C) to avoid the direct southern sun glare while still capturing the best lighting for photography over Greenland. Most AMS-MSP flights depart in the morning, meaning you will reach Greenland in the early afternoon when the shadows highlight the glacial terrain perfectly.
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Greenland Ice Sheet
A vast, mesmerizing expanse of pure white ice stretching as far as the eye can see across the interior.
James Bay
Observe the southern reach of Hudson Bay, characterized by unique marshlands and circular island formations.
The Canadian Shield
Fly over the ancient rock formations, boreal forests, and thousands of small lakes in Ontario and Manitoba.
Minnesota Iron Range
See the massive open-pit mines and deep red earth of northern Minnesota's industrial landscape during descent.
The right side is best for travelers who prefer to see the vastness of the arctic interior. If flying during the winter solstice, keep an eye out the window during the middle of the flight; even if it's mostly dark, the northern horizon may offer glimpses of the Aurora Borealis if solar activity is high.
Book Hotels in MinneapolisDistance: 6,685 km (4,154 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 52 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Route Type: International
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