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HAJ โ†’ BHX

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior views of the Dutch coastline, the iconic city of Amsterdam, and the major shipping ports of the UK's east coast.

Right Side Highlights
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Teutoburg Forest

A long, narrow ridge of dense woodland that marks the historic site of ancient battles in Northwest Germany.

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Amsterdam & IJsselmeer

Clear views of the Dutch capital's canal rings and the massive reclaimed land of the Flevoland polder.

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Dutch Coastline

The long, sandy stretches of Zandvoort and the North Sea dunes before the water crossing.

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Felixstowe Port

The UK's busiest container port, easily identifiable by the bright red cranes and massive cargo ships.

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Cambridge University

The historic spires and college courtyards of the world-famous university city are often visible on the descent.

This side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the North Sea. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Dutch coast for the best urban photography of Amsterdam and the IJsselmeer dikes.

Left Side Highlights
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Mรผnsterland Agriculture

Geometric patterns of German farmland and traditional Westphalian farmsteads shortly after takeoff.

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Port of Rotterdam

A vast industrial panorama of the world's largest port outside East Asia, featuring massive container terminals.

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Zeeland Delta Works

The intricate network of dams, sluices, and bridges designed to protect the Netherlands from the North Sea.

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Northamptonshire Countryside

The classic 'green and pleasant land' of the English Midlands with its patchwork fields and stone villages.

Sit on this side for better lighting during morning flights as the sun will be behind you. Look for the massive storm surge barriers in the Dutch delta which are particularly impressive from high altitude.

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Route Information

Distance: 774 km (481 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 17 min

Departure: HAJ (52.461101532, 9.68507957458)

Arrival: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)

Route Type: International

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