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LHR → RTM
Which side of the plane to sit from London Heathrow Airport (London) to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (Rotterdam)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for its proximity to Central London's skyline during departures and the intricate views of the Thames Estuary and the massive industrial landscape of the Port of Rotterdam.
Central London Skyline
On an easterly departure, see the Shard, the Tower of London, and Canary Wharf directly below the wing.
Thames Estuary
Observe the winding river, the O2 Arena, and the Thames Barrier as the plane exits the UK landmass.
Port of Rotterdam
Witness one of the world's largest ports, featuring the Maasvlakte, giant container cranes, and massive cargo ships.
Hook of Holland
Clear views of the Dutch coastline and the pier where the New Waterway enters the North Sea.
Delft and Westland
See the famous 'Glass City' of greenhouses in the Westland region just before touchdown.
Book a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For LHR departures, easterly takeoffs (Runway 09L/R) provide the best city views. Evening flights offer a spectacular look at London's lights and the illuminated industrial zones of the Dutch coast.
Kew Gardens & Richmond
Look down at the Royal Botanic Gardens and the vast greenery of Richmond Park immediately after takeoff.
Kent Countryside
Aerial views of the 'Garden of England', featuring traditional oast houses and rolling green hills.
White Cliffs of Dover
On a clear day, the iconic chalk cliffs are visible to the south as you cross the English Channel.
Zeeland Delta Works
View the impressive Dutch water management systems and the intricate network of islands and bridges in Zeeland.
Rotterdam City Center
See the Erasmus Bridge and the Euromast tower if the flight path approaches RTM from the south.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to avoid the glare of the southern sun. Watch for the 'Delta Works' engineering marvels as you enter Dutch airspace; they are best seen from this side during the descent phase.
Distance: 342 km (213 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 34 min
Departure: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Arrival: RTM (51.956902, 4.43722)
Route Type: International
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