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NBO → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Nairobi) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to Mount Kenya shortly after takeoff, the sprawling Nile River through Egypt, and spectacular views of the Central Alps when entering European airspace.
Mount Kenya
Look out shortly after takeoff for Africa's second-highest peak, often rising above the cloud layer.
Lake Turkana
The striking 'Jade Sea' located in the Kenyan Rift Valley, surrounded by volcanic landscapes.
Nile River & Cairo
The distinct green ribbon of the Nile and the massive urban sprawl of Cairo are frequently visible.
Central Alps
Clear views of the snow-capped Austrian and Swiss Alps as the plane traverses central Europe.
Dutch Polders
Geometric reclaimed land and intricate canal systems visible during the descent into Schiphol.
The right side is superior for landmarks. Ensure you are awake 10-15 minutes after takeoff for Mount Kenya. For the Nile and Cairo, check your flight map around 4-5 hours into the flight. If arriving in the morning, the light hitting the Alps provides incredible photo opportunities.
The Sahara Desert
Vast, orange-hued dunes and desolate rock formations of the Libyan Desert stretch toward the horizon.
Mediterranean Coastline
The deep blue contrast of the sea as the flight exits the North African coast near the Libyan border.
Western Alps
Distant but sharp views of the French and Swiss peaks, including potential glimpses of Mont Blanc.
French Countryside
A patchwork of vineyards and historic villages visible during the final hours of the flight.
Choose the left side if you want to avoid the direct morning sun while flying north. This side provides excellent views of the Sahara's shifting textures. If the flight is delayed or scheduled during the day, the sunset over the Mediterranean is particularly striking from this window.
Distance: 6,677 km (4,149 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 51 min
Departure: NBO (-1.31923997402, 36.9277992249)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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