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AMS → MSQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Minsk National Airport (Minsk 2)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the North Sea coast, the Baltic shoreline of Germany and Poland, and the stunning Masurian Lake District before descending into the dense forests of Belarus.
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Wadden Sea
Vast tidal flats and the Frisian Islands visible shortly after departure from Amsterdam.
Elbe Estuary
The winding path of the Elbe river and the distant industrial landscape of northern German ports.
Baltic Coastline
Striking views of the Rügen islands and the lagoons along the German-Polish border.
Masurian Lake District
A spectacular network of over 2,000 lakes in northeastern Poland creating a mosaic of blue and green.
Naliboki Forest
One of the largest forest complexes in Belarus, offering a deep green canopy during the final descent.
Choose the left side for morning departures to avoid glare from the southern sun. Keep a lookout approximately 45-60 minutes into the flight for the Baltic coastline. During winter, the Masurian lakes often freeze over, providing a unique white-on-blue geometric landscape.
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Berlin Metropolis
The sprawling urban layout of the German capital, including the distinct Tiergarten and TV Tower.
Oder River
The natural water border between Germany and Poland winding through the Central European Plain.
Polish Heartlands
Characteristic narrow, colorful agricultural strips that create a tapestry effect across central Poland.
Warsaw Skyline
The distant but recognizable cluster of skyscrapers in Poland's capital city depending on the flight corridor.
Minsk Suburbs
Uniform residential blocks and Soviet-style urban planning visible as the aircraft maneuvers for landing.
The right side is ideal for spotting inland landmarks like Berlin. Note that on afternoon flights, this side will experience significant sun exposure, which may affect visibility and photo quality. Late in the flight, watch for the agricultural patterns which are most vibrant in late spring and early summer.
Book Hotels in Minsk 2Distance: 1,556 km (967 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 4 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: MSQ (53.882499694824, 28.030700683594)
Route Type: International
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