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HUY → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Humberside Airport (Humberside) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an exceptional view of the iconic Spurn Point sand spit during departure and offers the best chance to see the North Holland polders and the IJsselmeer on arrival.
Humber Bridge
One of the world's longest single-span suspension bridges is visible shortly after takeoff to the northwest.
Spurn Point
A unique, narrow sand spit curving into the mouth of the Humber Estuary, highly visible from the port side.
North Sea Crossing
Deep blue waters dotted with cargo ships and fishing trawlers traveling between the UK and mainland Europe.
Dutch Polders
The meticulously organized, geometric grid patterns of reclaimed land in North Holland as you descend.
Markermeer
A large freshwater lake that may be visible if the flight patterns loop around the north of Amsterdam.
Choose a window seat on the port side for the most dramatic geographic features. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff for Spurn Point. For evening flights, this side avoids the direct glare of the southern sun, providing better conditions for photography of the Dutch coastline.
Grimsby Docks
The industrial heritage of the Lincolnshire coast is visible during the initial climb out of Humberside.
Offshore Wind Farms
Massive arrays of white turbines, such as the Hornsea or Lincs arrays, standing in the North Sea waters.
IJmuiden Industrial Zone
The massive steelworks and complex canal lock systems where the North Sea Canal meets the ocean.
Historic Haarlem
The dense, historic urban layout of Haarlem and its central cathedral can often be spotted on the final approach.
Flower Fields
During spring months, the vibrant strips of color from tulip fields south of the airport are visible during descent.
The starboard side is excellent for viewing the technological marvels of offshore energy. If landing on the Polderbaan (Runway 18R), this side offers the best views of the Dutch dunes and the city of Haarlem. Morning flights benefit from the sun being behind the aircraft, illuminating the landscape perfectly.
Distance: 370 km (230 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 37 min
Departure: HUY (53.57440185546875, -0.350832998752594)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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