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RIX → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Riga International Airport (Riga) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Baltic coastline, the Danish island of Bornholm, the dramatic German islands of Rügen, and the stunning UNESCO-listed Wadden Sea and Frisian Islands during the descent.
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Kurzeme Coastline
The dramatic white sandy beaches and rugged capes of Western Latvia meeting the Baltic Sea.
Bornholm Island
The distinctive rocky silhouette of the Danish island situated in the middle of the Baltic.
Rügen Island
Germany's largest island, famous for its white chalk cliffs and the long bridge connecting to Stralsund.
Wadden Sea
Intricate tidal flats and sandbanks that create mesmerizing patterns of silver and blue during low tide.
Frisian Islands
The sweeping arcs of Texel and Terschelling islands as the aircraft turns toward the North Sea approach.
The right side is significantly more scenic as you track the coastline. For the best experience, choose a seat ahead of the wing to see the Frisian Islands clearly during the descent. Morning flights offer the best light on the islands, while evening flights may experience glare from the setting sun over the North Sea.
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Riga Panorama
Aerial view of the Daugava River and the historic Old Town spires immediately after departure from RIX.
Zemgale Forests
Dense pine forests and rolling landscapes of Southern Latvia and Northern Lithuania.
Pomeranian Farmlands
The intricate patchwork of agricultural fields in Northern Poland and Germany's Mecklenburg region.
IJsselmeer Lake
The largest lake in the Netherlands, formerly a sea, visible during the final descent phase.
Flevoland Polders
The world's largest reclaimed land mass featuring perfectly geometric canals and agricultural plots.
Sit on the left for better city views of Riga upon takeoff. During the day, you will have the sun at your back for most of the flight, which is excellent for photography without glare. If the flight lands on the Polderbaan (18R), you might get a close-up view of the Dutch canal systems.
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Get eSIMs for NetherlandsDistance: 1,333 km (828 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 47 min
Departure: RIX (56.92359924316406, 23.971099853515625)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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