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LAD → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (Luanda) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Atlantic coastline during departure, a dramatic cross-section of the Sahara's western dunes, and a prime view of the Pyrenees mountains and French Atlantic coast during the descent.
Angolan Coastline
Dramatic views of the Luanda peninsula and the transition from the city's urban sprawl to the deep blue Atlantic Ocean.
Western Sahara Ergs
Vast stretches of the Erg Chech and shifting sand dunes that create intricate patterns when viewed from cruising altitude.
Pyrenees Mountains
The rugged, often snow-capped peaks forming the natural border between Spain and France.
Bordeaux & Aquitaine
The winding Garonne river and the geometric patterns of the famous French vineyards and forests.
English Channel
Visible shipping lanes and the white cliffs of the French coast as you approach the Benelux region.
For the best experience, book an afternoon departure to witness the sunset over the Sahara Desert. In the final hour of the flight, the left side usually provides a clear view of the Dutch coastline and the North Sea during the approach into Schiphol. Ensure your window is clear of frost, which often forms during the long transit over the African continent.
Congo Basin
Aerial views of the world's second-largest rainforest and the meandering tributaries of the Congo River system.
Hoggar Mountains
Ancient volcanic plugs and high-altitude plateaus in southern Algeria that rise sharply from the desert floor.
Mediterranean Islands
Distant views of the Balearic Islands and the busy maritime corridors of the western Mediterranean.
The Alps (Distance)
On clear days, the eastern horizon reveals the jagged silhouettes of the Swiss and French Alps.
Benelux Urban Grid
The densely populated and brilliantly lit urban landscapes of Brussels, Antwerp, and Rotterdam during night approaches.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to catch the sunrise over the African interior. Keep an eye out for the Saharan 'blue' hour when the desert rocks reflect a unique twilight hue. During the descent into Amsterdam, the right side often overlooks the polders and the intricate canal systems of the Netherlands if the wind is coming from the North.
Distance: 6,849 km (4,256 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 3 min
Departure: LAD (-8.858369999999999, 13.2312)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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