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FLR → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Peretola Airport (Florence) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route as it typically offers a more direct view of the high peaks of the Swiss Alps, the Jura Mountains, and the North Sea coastline during the approach into Amsterdam.
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Tuscan Countryside
Immediately after takeoff from FLR, enjoy the rolling hills and famous vineyards of the Tuscany region.
Bernese Oberland
Experience breathtaking views of the highest Swiss peaks, including the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau massifs.
Lake Geneva
On a clear day, the crescent-shaped Lac Léman and the city of Geneva are visible to the west.
Vosges Mountains
View the lush, rounded peaks of eastern France as the flight crosses into northern Europe.
Dutch Coastline
Depending on the wind-dependent runway in use at Schiphol, you may see the North Sea and the Delta Works.
Sit on the left for the most dramatic Alpine scenery. The best views occur roughly 25-35 minutes into the flight. Morning flights offer the best lighting for the Alps without the afternoon haze. If landing on the Polderbaan (18R), the left side provides views of the Haarlem area.
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Northern Apennines
The rugged peaks of the Italian 'spine' are visible shortly after departure from Florence.
Lake Constance
The vast Bodensee, where Germany, Switzerland, and Austria meet, is a major landmark on the right.
Rhine Valley
Observe the winding Rhine River and the dense urban sprawl of the German Rhineland.
Ruhrgebiet
A view of the massive industrial heartland of Germany, characterized by dense infrastructure.
IJsselmeer
During the descent, look for the large inland bay and the historic polder landscapes of the Netherlands.
The right side is excellent for seeing the German river systems and the urban landscape of the Ruhr area. On final approach to AMS, the right side often provides a glimpse of the Amsterdam city center and the 'Zuidas' financial district if landing from the east or south.
Book Hotels in AmsterdamDistance: 1,058 km (657 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: FLR (43.810001, 11.2051)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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