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HGH → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (Hangzhou) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side (starboard) is highly recommended as it remains in the shade during this westbound journey, offering glare-free views of the Siberian wilderness, the Ural Mountains, and a scenic approach over the Baltic and North Seas.
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Lake Baikal
The world's deepest freshwater lake, visible as a massive blue crescent amidst the rugged Siberian terrain.
Siberian Taiga
Stunning vistas of the world's largest terrestrial biome, consisting of vast coniferous forests and winding river systems.
Ural Mountains
The ancient mountain range that marks the geographic boundary between the Asian and European continents.
Baltic Sea Coast
Beautiful views of the intricate coastlines and archipelagos of Estonia, Latvia, or Southern Scandinavia depending on the route.
North Sea Wind Farms
Massive arrays of offshore wind turbines rising from the sea as the flight nears the Dutch coast.
Polder Landscapes
The iconic reclaimed land, dikes, and drainage canals of the Netherlands during the final approach into AMS.
The right side is ideal for photography as it faces North, away from the sun, minimizing window reflections. Watch for Lake Baikal roughly 3 to 4 hours into the flight. During the descent into Amsterdam, the right side often provides better views of the North Sea and the unique Dutch hydraulic engineering works.
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Hangzhou Departure
Aerial views of the Qiantang River and the rapidly expanding urban landscape of the Yangtze River Delta shortly after takeoff.
Gobi Desert
The vast, arid expanses of Northern China and Southern Mongolia, featuring dramatic sand dunes and rocky plateaus.
Eurasian Steppe
A seemingly endless horizon of grasslands across Kazakhstan and Southern Russia, dotted with occasional salt lakes.
Moscow Outskirts
Depending on the air corridor, views of the sprawling Russian capital's metropolitan area and its surrounding forests.
European Farmlands
The neatly organized, colorful patchwork of agricultural fields across Poland and Northern Germany.
Amsterdam Outskirts
Glimpses of the dense Dutch urban infrastructure and historical towns as the plane descends towards Schiphol.
Because the flight travels West, the left side faces South and will be exposed to direct sunlight for the majority of the trip. High-altitude glare can be intense, so bring sunglasses or a polarizing filter for photography. This side is best for those interested in the transition from Asian deserts to European urbanity.
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Get eSIMs for NetherlandsDistance: 8,922 km (5,544 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 30 min
Departure: HGH (30.22949981689453, 120.43399810791016)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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