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AMS β WAW
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Warsaw Chopin Airport (Warsaw)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally preferred for its bird's-eye view of major urban centers including Berlin and the architectural sprawl of Warsaw upon descent, complemented by better lighting conditions during many times of the day.
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Randstad Polders
View the iconic reclaimed land and organized canal systems of the Netherlands immediately after wheels up.
Berlin Metropolitan Area
Depending on the specific airway, the sprawling German capital and its TV Tower can often be spotted mid-flight.
Oder River Border
See the natural border demarcating the transition from Germany into the Polish countryside.
Warsaw Financial District
During the descent into WAW, the cluster of modern skyscrapers and the historic Palace of Culture and Science are often visible.
The right side provides the most iconic urban views. For the best experience, book an afternoon flight to see the landscape illuminated by the western sun. Keep a lookout approximately 45-50 minutes into the flight for the distinctive grid of Berlin.
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Wadden Sea & Frisian Islands
Shortly after takeoff, catch glimpses of the unique tidal flats and the chain of islands along the Dutch and German coasts.
Port of Hamburg
On a clear northern track, the massive cranes and industrial layout of Germany's largest seaport are visible along the Elbe River.
German Wind Farms
Observe the vast clusters of wind turbines dotting the landscape of Lower Saxony and Brandenburg.
Vistula River
The winding 'WisΕa' becomes a prominent landmark as you cross into central Poland heading toward the capital.
Choose this side for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. It offers better views of the North Sea coastline if the flight path is slightly more northerly. Watch for the intricate patterns of the Dutch 'polders' immediately after departing Schiphol.
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Get eSIMs for PolandDistance: 1,101 km (684 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: WAW (52.1656990051, 20.9671001434)
Route Type: International
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