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ATH → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Greek interior, the dramatic limestone peaks of the Dinaric Alps, and the spectacular high-altitude vistas of the Austrian Alps and the Dolomites.
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Athens & Mount Parnitha
Immediate views of the Attic basin, the sprawl of Athens, and the rugged northern mountains upon takeoff.
Dinaric Alps
The stark, white limestone karst landscapes of the Balkans stretching through Albania and Croatia.
Hohe Tauern & Dolomites
Incredible views of the highest peaks in Austria and the jagged, unique formations of the Italian Dolomites.
Bavarian Plateau
The neatly organized agricultural patchwork and historic towns of Southern Germany.
Frankfurt Skyline
On clear days, see the high-rise 'Mainhattan' district and the confluence of the Main and Rhine rivers.
Dutch Polderlands
The iconic geometric canal systems and reclaimed land layouts as you descend into the Netherlands.
Morning flights are best for this side as the sun will be positioned to illuminate the Alps without causing glare on your window. Keep your camera ready roughly 50-70 minutes into the flight for the most dramatic mountain scenery. In winter, the contrast of snow on the Balkan peaks is particularly striking.
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Ionian & Adriatic Seas
Stunning views of the deep blue waters and the occasional glimpse of the Italian coastline across the sea.
Western Alps
Panoramic views of the snow-capped Swiss and Italian Alps including the Bernese Oberland massifs.
Ardennes Forest
The rolling green hills and dense forests stretching across Luxembourg and Eastern Belgium.
Port of Rotterdam
During the descent, witness one of the world's largest maritime hubs and the North Sea coastline.
Choose a seat behind the wing to capture the vastness of the Alps. On late afternoon flights, this side enjoys the 'golden hour' glow and potentially a sunset over the North Sea during the approach into Schiphol. Watch for the silver ribbon of the Rhine River as you cross into Northern Europe.
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Get eSIMs for NetherlandsDistance: 2,182 km (1,356 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 55 min
Departure: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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