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KRS β AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Kristiansand Airport (Kristiansand) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the iconic chain of Frisian Islands and the geometric polders of the Netherlands upon descent.
SΓΈrlandet Archipelago
Aerial view of the rugged, rocky coastline and small islands surrounding Kristiansand immediately after takeoff.
Skagerrak Strait
The deep blue waters of the strait separating Norway from Denmark, often busy with international shipping traffic.
West Frisian Islands
Stunning views of the island chain including Texel and Vlieland, surrounded by the unique Wadden Sea tidal flats.
IJsselmeer
The massive closed-off bay and the Afsluitdijk dam visible as the plane moves toward the Dutch mainland.
Dutch Polders
Geometric patterns of reclaimed land and drainage canals characteristic of the North Holland province.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side provides the best view of the Wadden Sea islands during the descent phase. Keep an eye out for the distinctive 'polder' layout as you cross into Dutch airspace, which is most prominent on this side.
Kristiansand Port
Clear views of the industrial harbor and the city's grid-like layout if departing towards the south.
North Sea Rigs
On clear days, isolated oil and gas platforms can be spotted dotting the vast North Sea.
Hollandic Coastline
Long, continuous stretches of sandy beaches and massive sand dunes running from Den Helder toward IJmuiden.
North Sea Canal
The major waterway connecting the Port of Amsterdam to the sea, often lined with large cargo vessels.
Haarlem
The historic city of Haarlem with its dense urban core is frequently visible during the final approach to Schiphol's northern runways.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the North Sea. It offers excellent views of the Dutch coastline and the industrial beauty of the IJmuiden locks. During the final approach into Schiphol, the right side often gets a better view of the airport's extensive taxiway systems if landing on the Polderbaan.
Distance: 688 km (428 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 9 min
Departure: KRS (58.204201, 8.08537)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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