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LCA → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Larnaca International Airport (Larnaca) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Taurus Mountains in Turkey, the northern Aegean islands, and a more detailed perspective of the Balkan and Central European heartlands.
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Troodos Mountains
A close-up view of Cyprus's central mountain range shortly after taking off from Larnaca.
Turkish Riviera
The rugged, turquoise coastline of southern Turkey and the towering peaks of the Taurus Mountains.
Balkan Vistas
Overlooking the diverse terrain of Bulgaria and Serbia, including the Balkan Mountains.
The Danube River
The massive, winding waterway of the Danube as it cuts through the Pannonian Basin.
German Heartland
Views of major German metropolitan areas like Frankfurt or the Ruhr valley industrial landscape.
Schiphol Approach
Often provides views of the North Sea coast and the Port of Rotterdam during the final turn.
The right side is ideal for morning flights, as the sun illuminates the Turkish coastline and the Balkan ranges. Watch for the 'Blue Danube' about halfway through the flight. If landing at AMS from the north (Polderbaan runway), the right side offers views of the Dutch coastline and North Sea wind farms.
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Mediterranean Expanse
Infinite views of the deep blue Levantine Sea immediately after departing Cyprus.
Cyclades Islands
Aerial perspectives of the scattered white-and-blue islands of the southern Aegean.
Alpine Fringes
Distant views of the snow-capped Austrian or Swiss Alps depending on the specific air corridor.
Rhine Valley
The winding Rhine River and the lush vineyard-covered hills of Western Germany.
Dutch Polders
The intricate, geometric canal systems and reclaimed land of the Netherlands during descent.
Select the left side for afternoon flights to experience a stunning sunset over the European continent. This side is also excellent for viewing the Rhine River's path as you transition from German to Dutch airspace. In winter, keep an eye out for the white peaks of the Alps reflecting the low sun.
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Get eSIMs for NetherlandsDistance: 2,992 km (1,859 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 59 min
Departure: LCA (34.875099182128906, 33.62490081787109)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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