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AMS → SEN
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Southend Airport (Southend)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers superior views of the intricate Dutch delta system shortly after takeoff and a more scenic approach along the North Kent coast and the Thames Estuary.
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Zeeland Delta
Aerial view of the massive flood defense systems and islands in the southwest Netherlands.
Maasvlakte Shipping
Massive container ships entering the Port of Rotterdam, one of the world's busiest maritime hubs.
Kent Coastline
Clear views of Whitstable and Herne Bay as the aircraft crosses into UK airspace.
Isle of Sheppey
The distinctive marshes and geography of the island sitting at the mouth of the Medway.
Medway Towns
The historic urban sprawl of Rochester and Gillingham visible during the descent.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Delta Works. On late afternoon flights, this side faces south, providing bright illumination of the English coastline without the direct glare of a setting sun. Choose a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze.
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Zandvoort Circuit
The famous Formula 1 race track nestled among the dunes of the North Holland coast.
Offshore Wind Farms
Spectacular arrays of turbines standing in the North Sea during the crossing.
Essex Marshes
The intricate, winding waterways of the Blackwater and Crouch estuaries.
Hadleigh Castle
The ruins of the 13th-century royal castle overlooking the Essex marshes.
Southend Pier
The world's longest pleasure pier stretching 1.3 miles into the Thames Estuary on final approach.
The right side is excellent for catching the North Holland coastline immediately after departure from Schiphol. During the landing phase, you get a bird's-eye view of the Southend seafront and the famous pier. In summer evenings, you may witness a sunset over the Essex countryside.
Book Hotels in SouthendDistance: 291 km (181 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 29 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: SEN (51.5713996887207, 0.6955559849739075)
Route Type: International
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