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INV → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Inverness Airport (Inverness) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a superior view of the dramatic Scottish Highlands, the Cairngorms National Park, and the iconic coastline of Northern England before crossing the North Sea.
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Cairngorms National Park
Stunning views of the UK's largest national park, featuring massive granite plateaus and forests.
Firth of Forth
On clear days, you can spot the distant silhouette of Edinburgh and the famous bridges across the estuary.
Northumberland Coast
Look for the ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle and the imposing Bamburgh Castle along the English shore.
Offshore Wind Farms
Massive arrays of turbines, such as the Hornsea Project, visible in the North Sea waters.
Haarlemmermeer Polders
Intricate, low-lying reclaimed land and greenhouse clusters just before landing at AMS.
The right side is ideal for morning flights as the sun will be behind you, highlighting the textures of the Scottish mountains. Keep your eyes peeled roughly 15-20 minutes into the flight for the best mountain views. During winter, the snow-capped Cairngorms are a major highlight.
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Moray Firth
Aerial views of the deep inlet of the North Sea immediately after departure from Inverness.
Aberdeen Coastline
The 'Granite City' is often visible as the flight tracks southeast toward the sea.
North Sea Platforms
Spot oil and gas rigs scattered throughout the North Sea during the cruise phase.
Port of IJmuiden
The industrial gateway to the North Sea Canal as the aircraft approaches the Dutch coast.
North Sea Canal
A clear view of the shipping artery connecting Amsterdam to the sea during the final descent.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Moray Firth during takeoff. On arrival at Schiphol, this side often provides a clearer view of the Dutch coastline and the geometric patterns of the polders if the wind dictates a northern approach.
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Get eSIMs for NetherlandsDistance: 809 km (503 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: INV (57.54249954223633, -4.047500133514403)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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