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MAD → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Spanish interior, potential sightings of the Paris skyline, the massive industrial Port of Rotterdam, and the iconic urban layout of Amsterdam during the descent.
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Madrid Outskirts
Bird's-eye view of the capital's urban expansion and the arid Castilian plateau.
Paris Skyline
On clear days with a westerly flight path, the Eiffel Tower and Parisian layout are visible in the distance.
Brussels Cityscape
The dense urban center and European Quarter of the Belgian capital during the cruise phase.
Port of Rotterdam
One of the world's largest shipping hubs with thousands of colorful containers and massive tankers.
Amsterdam Canals
The distinct horseshoe-shaped canal ring and historic center as you line up for the runway.
This is the prime side for urban landmarks. Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. The approach into AMS often loops over the city, giving you a perfect view of the canals and the harbor. Evening flights offer spectacular sunset colors reflecting off the North Sea and Dutch waterways.
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Sierra de Guadarrama
The snow-capped peaks of the mountain range north of Madrid shortly after takeoff.
Western Pyrenees
Dramatic aerial views of the mountain border between Spain and France.
Loire Valley
The 'Garden of France' featuring winding rivers and historic chateaux scattered across the landscape.
Bay of Biscay Coast
Glimpses of the rugged French coastline and the Atlantic horizon.
Delta Works
The impressive Dutch flood protection systems and islands visible during the initial descent.
Sit here if you want better views of the Pyrenees peaks and the North Sea coast upon arrival. For morning flights, this side will be in the shade, providing more comfortable lighting for photography and less glare on the window.
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Get eSIMs for NetherlandsDistance: 1,461 km (908 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 57 min
Departure: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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