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BRU → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Brussels Airport (Brussels) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is preferred for its iconic urban panoramas, offering the best chance to see the historic city centers of both Antwerp and Amsterdam, along with the distinct geometry of the Dutch landscape.
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The Atomium
Visible shortly after takeoff from BRU, look for the shiny spheres of this landmark in the Laeken district.
Mechelen Skyline
The historic tower of St. Rumbold's Cathedral is a prominent landmark just north of Brussels.
Kinderdijk Windmills
The famous UNESCO-listed cluster of 18th-century windmills visible as the flight transitions into the Dutch heartland.
Amsterdam Canal Ring
On the final approach to Schiphol, the concentric circles of the historic canal district are often visible.
The right side offers the most scenic descent. Keep your window shade open from the moment of departure to spot the Atomium. During the final approach, the right side frequently provides a spectacular view of Amsterdam's Central Station and historic canal houses, especially when landing on the Polderbaan or Zwanenburgbaan runways.
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Port of Antwerp
A sprawling view of the massive docks and container terminals of the second-largest port in Europe.
Zeeland Delta Works
The intricate system of dams and storm surge barriers across the islands of the Dutch province of Zeeland.
Rotterdam Europoort
A bird's-eye view of the heavy industrial heart and shipping lanes of the Port of Rotterdam.
Scheveningen Coastline
The long sandy beaches and the famous pier of The Hague's seaside resort stretching along the North Sea.
Choose the left side for sunset flights to catch the sun reflecting off the North Sea. It is also the best side for viewing the colossal engineering of the Delta Works during the mid-portion of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for NetherlandsDistance: 158 km (98 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 16 min
Departure: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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