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DMM → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from King Fahd International Airport (Dammam) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the fertile Mesopotamian crescent, the dramatic Taurus Mountains in Turkey, and the majestic peaks of the Alps in the distance as you cross into Europe.
Persian Gulf Coast
Aerial views of the turquoise waters and the intricate coastline of Saudi Arabia and Kuwait shortly after takeoff.
Mesopotamian Plains
Observe the historic Tigris and Euphrates rivers snaking through the arid landscape of Iraq.
Taurus Mountains
Dramatic snow-capped ridges and deep valleys as the flight crosses southern and central Turkey.
The Alps
On clear days, the jagged white peaks of the European Alps are visible to the south while cruising over Central Europe.
Rhine River
The winding river valley punctuated by historic German towns and castles as you approach the Benelux region.
Sunset Horizon
For afternoon departures, this side enjoys a spectacular long-lasting sunset over the wing as you fly west.
Book a window seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. This side is particularly rewarding on daytime flights for geological contrast. If flying in the afternoon, the sun will be on this side, so bring sunglasses for the initial leg, but prepare for a stunning sunset over Europe.
Dammam Skyline
Panoramic views of the Dammam metropolitan area and the King Fahd Causeway immediately after departure.
Baghdad
The sprawling Iraqi capital and its many bridges crossing the Tigris River are often visible from this side.
Black Sea Coast
The flight path often skirts the southern coast of the Black Sea, showing the contrast between the water and the Turkish shoreline.
Carpathian Mountains
Views of the rugged and forested mountain ranges of Romania and Hungary during the mid-flight transit.
Port of Rotterdam
As the plane descends into Schiphol, you may see the massive container ships and industrial infrastructure of the world's largest ports.
Dutch Polders
The iconic geometric patterns of reclaimed land and canals that define the Netherlands' unique landscape.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct glare. It provides the best views of the Black Sea and the urban layout of Eastern European cities. During the final approach into Amsterdam, this side often gets a better view of the North Sea coastline and the industrial harbor regions.
Distance: 4,705 km (2,924 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 32 min
Departure: DMM (26.471200942993164, 49.79790115356445)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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