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AMS → XMN
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (Xiamen)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer incredible vistas of Siberia, the Right Side is superior for viewing the Gobi Desert's vastness, the unique terraced Loess Plateau, and the scenic coastal approach into Xiamen Island.
Gobi Desert
Stunning views of massive sand dunes and rocky formations spanning the border of Mongolia and China.
Loess Plateau
The highly distinctive terraced agricultural landscapes of Shaanxi and Shanxi provinces.
Yangtze River
A crossing of China's longest river, often visible as a wide, winding artery through the landscape.
Wuyi Mountains
The dramatic, misty peaks of Fujian province as you begin your descent toward the coast.
Xiamen Coastline
Spectacular aerial views of Xiamen Island, the Haicang Bridge, and the surrounding East China Sea.
The right side offers the most variety during the final 3 hours of the flight. As you approach Xiamen Gaoqi International (XMN), this side typically provides better views of the city skyline and Gulangyu Island depending on the landing pattern.
Baltic Coastline
Glancing views of the northern European coastlines and the Baltic Sea as the flight heads east.
Ural Mountains
The geographical boundary between Europe and Asia, featuring rugged, snow-dusted peaks.
Siberian Taiga
An endless expanse of dense coniferous forests and winding river systems through the Russian interior.
Lake Baikal
If the flight path trends north, the world's deepest freshwater lake is often visible in its majestic blue glory.
Mongolian Steppes
Vast, rolling grasslands and remote nomadic regions visible during the mid-section of the journey.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see Lake Baikal, which usually appears 6-7 hours into the flight. If traveling during winter, keep an eye out for the Aurora Borealis over the Siberian wilderness during the night segments.
Distance: 9,317 km (5,789 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 58 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)
Route Type: International
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