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AMS → TLV
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Ben Gurion International Airport (Tel-aviv)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most dramatic views of the high Swiss and Austrian Alps, the turquoise waters and islands of the Adriatic coast, and the iconic approach over the Tel Aviv coastline.
Central Swiss Alps
Prime views of Europe's highest peaks, including glaciers and dramatic deep-cut valleys.
Dalmatian Archipelago
The stunning contrast of white limestone islands against the deep blue of the Adriatic Sea.
Aegean Islands
A mosaic of Greek islands like Crete or the Cyclades depending on the specific air corridor.
Mediterranean Horizon
Vast, uninterrupted views of the sea as you transition from Europe towards the Middle East.
Tel Aviv & Jaffa
The classic approach often involves a turn over the sea, offering a panoramic view of the skyline and the ancient port of Jaffa.
The right side is the clear winner for scenic variety. For afternoon flights, you'll witness a spectacular sunset over the Mediterranean. During the final approach to TLV, the plane typically banks over the sea, giving right-side passengers a front-row seat to the Tel Aviv beach front and skyscrapers.
Rhine-Main Region
Aerial views of the winding Rhine River and the urban sprawl of western Germany.
Austrian Alps
Glance at the rugged, snow-dusted peaks of the eastern Alpine range.
Balkan Mountains
Dense forests and rocky ridges stretching across the interior of Southeast Europe.
Cyprus Coastline
Passing just north of the island, offering views of the Troodos mountains and the Mediterranean blue.
Haifa and Northern Israel
The first glimpses of the Israeli coast, including Mount Carmel and the bay of Haifa.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the soft morning light over Central Europe without direct sun glare. It is also the better side for spotting the northern Israeli coastline during the initial descent into Ben Gurion.
Distance: 3,312 km (2,058 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 54 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: TLV (32.011398315429695, 34.88669967651367)
Route Type: International
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