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PSA β AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Pisa International Airport (Pisa) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panoramic perspective of the high Alpine peaks and the dramatic transition from the Mediterranean coast to the North Sea shoreline.
Ligurian Coastline
Panoramic views of the turquoise Mediterranean waters and the rugged coastline of the Italian Riviera shortly after departure.
Bernese Oberland
Spectacular vistas of the highest Swiss peaks, including the Eiger, MΓΆnch, and Jungfrau massifs, capped with year-round glaciers.
Alsace and Vosges
The rolling vineyards of eastern France and the forested ridges of the Vosges mountains stretching toward the Rhine.
Rotterdam Port
Aerial views of one of the world's largest shipping hubs and the intricate network of the Maas river delta.
North Sea Coast
The long sandy beaches and dunes of the Dutch coast as the plane turns for the final approach into Schiphol.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Watch for the dramatic ascent over the Alps approximately 25-35 minutes into the flight. If the plane approaches AMS from the sea (Runway 18R/36L), the left side offers the best views of the coastal wind farms.
Pisa Landmarks
A potential glimpse of the Leaning Tower and the Piazza dei Miracoli immediately after takeoff from Galileo Galilei Airport.
Apennine Mountains
The rugged spine of Italy with deep valleys and ancient hilltop villages as you climb north.
Italian Lake District
Clear views of Lake Como or Lake Maggiore, appearing like deep blue jewels nestled at the foot of the Alps.
Frankfurt Skyline
On clear days, the distant skyscrapers of Germany's financial hub can be spotted during the mid-flight cruise.
Dutch Polders
The iconic geometric landscape of the Netherlands, featuring colorful tulip fields (in spring) and intricate canal systems.
The right side is ideal for catching the sunset on late afternoon flights. Keep your eyes peeled immediately after takeoff; depending on the runway heading, the Leaning Tower is often visible on the right. In winter, the snow-covered peaks of the Apennines provide a stunning contrast against the Tuscan landscape.
Distance: 1,046 km (650 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: PSA (43.683899, 10.3927)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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