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LEI → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Almería International Airport (Almeria) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic mountain scenery, featuring the Sierra Nevada peaks immediately after departure and the higher ridges of the Pyrenees, followed by the dense urban lights of Benelux.
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Sierra Nevada Mountains
Spectacular views of Mulhacén and the snow-capped peaks of southern Spain just minutes into the flight.
Madrid Metropolitan Area
The sprawling urban expanse of the Spanish capital and the surrounding dry plateaus of the Meseta.
Central Pyrenees
High-altitude views of the most jagged and alpine sections of the border range, often visible for several minutes.
Paris Distant View
On clear days, the distinct circular layout of Paris and its landmarks can be spotted to the east.
Brussels & Antwerp
The dense industrial and urban clusters of Belgium, including the world-class shipping docks of Antwerp.
Dutch Greenhouse District
The glowing 'Glass City' of Westland, which looks like a shimmering sea of light during evening arrivals.
Sit on the right for the best mountain photography. If flying at night, this side provides a stunning light show over the densely populated corridor of Brussels, Antwerp, and Rotterdam. Watch for the Sierra Nevada early on, as it is the route's scenic peak.
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Tabernas Desert
Europe's only true desert landscape, characterized by dramatic badlands, visible shortly after takeoff from Almería.
Western Pyrenees
The green, rugged ridges of the western Pyrenees as the flight crosses from Spain into French airspace.
Bay of Biscay Coast
Stunning views of the French Atlantic coastline, particularly the area around the Gironde estuary and Bordeaux.
Loire Valley
The winding path of the Loire River, France's longest waterway, dotted with historic towns and chateaux.
Zeeland Delta
The massive Dutch storm surge barriers and intricate network of islands and dikes during the initial descent.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to avoid direct solar glare. It offers a cleaner view of the Spanish interior and the fascinating Dutch hydraulic engineering projects as you approach Amsterdam from the south.
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Get eSIMs for NetherlandsDistance: 1,808 km (1,123 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 25 min
Departure: LEI (36.84389877319336, -2.3701000213623047)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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