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LUN → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport Lusaka (Lusaka) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the African Great Lakes shortly after departure and spectacular sunrise views over the European Alps during the final hours of the flight.
Lake Tanganyika
One of the deepest lakes in the world, visible shortly after takeoff as you cross the Zambian border.
Tibesti Mountains
A dramatic volcanic mountain range in the central Sahara with dark rock formations contrasting against the sand.
Libyan Coastline
The stark transition where the golden Sahara meets the deep turquoise of the Mediterranean Sea.
The Alps
Breathtaking views of the snow-covered Swiss and Italian Alps, typically visible during the morning descent.
Rhine River
The winding artery of Western Europe, passing through Germany and the Netherlands toward the sea.
The right side is the 'sunrise side' for this Northbound route. It is highly recommended for the stunning aerial views of the Alps; ensure your window is clear as the sun rises. For the best experience on the LUN-AMS route, choose a seat behind the wing to avoid engine heat haze distorting your photos of the mountains.
Congo Basin
Witness the vast, dense green canopy of the world's second-largest rainforest spanning across the DRC.
Grand Erg Occidental
Massive sand dunes of the Algerian Sahara, creating undulating patterns and deep orange hues at dawn.
Atlas Mountains
The rugged, snow-capped peaks of North Africa separating the Sahara from the Mediterranean coastline.
Parisian Basin
On a clear day, the flight path often passes near Paris, offering views of the sprawling urban landscape.
North Sea Coastline
The intricate network of dikes and reclaimed land as the plane prepares for landing at Schiphol.
Select the left side if you enjoy watching the sunset over the desert. As this is a Northbound flight, the left side faces West, providing long golden-hour views over the Sahara. It is also often better for viewing the city lights of Brussels or Paris during night approaches.
Distance: 7,860 km (4,884 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 15 min
Departure: LUN (-15.3308000565, 28.4526004791)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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