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HKG → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers superior, consistent lighting for photography and a front-row seat to the dramatic Tianshan mountain ranges and the North Sea approach.
Shenzhen Skyline
A spectacular view of the Ping An Finance Centre and Shenzhen's rapid urbanization immediately after departure.
Tianshan Mountains
Breathtaking views of the snow-capped 'Celestial Mountains' stretching across the border of China and Kyrgyzstan.
Caspian Sea Coastline
The northern shores of the world's largest inland body of water, often showing unique turquoise evaporation ponds.
Eastern European Plains
The geometric patterns of vast agricultural fields across Russia and Poland.
North Sea Wind Farms
Massive offshore wind arrays and the intricate Dutch coastline as the plane descends into Schiphol.
This is the 'cool' side of the plane with indirect northern light, perfect for glare-free photos. When approaching Amsterdam, the right side often gets a better view of the North Sea canal and the industrial port areas. If the flight is overnight, look north for a chance to spot the Aurora Borealis during winter months.
Pearl River Delta
Aerial views of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge and the dense urban sprawl of Macau shortly after takeoff.
Tibetan Plateau Edges
Distant views of the massive, rugged high-altitude terrain of the 'Roof of the World' to the south.
Kyzylkum Desert
Vast stretches of red sand and dunes across Uzbekistan as the flight crosses Central Asia.
Central European Cities
Glances of major urban centers like Warsaw or Berlin depending on the specific air traffic control routing.
The left side faces south during this westbound journey, meaning you will likely encounter direct sunlight and glare for much of the day. Keep window shades partially down to prevent overheating, and look out during the final hour for a view of the southern Dutch polders if landing on the Polderbaan.
Distance: 9,274 km (5,763 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 55 min
Departure: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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