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Which side of the plane to sit from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (Rotterdam) to Split Airport (Split)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior panorama of the central Austrian Alps followed by a breathtaking descent over the turquoise Adriatic Sea and the islands of the Dalmatian coast.

Right Side Highlights
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Upper Middle Rhine Valley

Views of the winding Rhine river with its historic castles and steep vineyard-covered slopes in Germany.

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Tyrolean Alps

Spectacular, close-up views of the jagged peaks and deep valleys around the Innsbruck region.

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Julian Alps

The stunning limestone peaks of Slovenia, including glimpses of the Triglav National Park area.

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Adriatic Archipelago

Breathtaking views of the Croatian islands like Brač and Hvar as the plane turns toward the coast.

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Trogir Old Town

A perfect view of the UNESCO-listed island city of Trogir during the final seconds of the approach to SPU.

The right side is essential for the iconic Split arrival. As the plane descends over the Adriatic, you will see the white pebble beaches and crystal-clear water. Book a seat on this side for afternoon flights to have the sun behind you, illuminating the coastline. Ensure your camera is ready about 20 minutes before landing for the coastal transition.

Left Side Highlights
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Dutch Polders

Aerial view of the intricate canal systems and reclaimed land surrounding Rotterdam immediately after takeoff.

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Bavarian Plains

Vast agricultural landscapes of southern Germany and distant views of the Munich metropolitan area.

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Hohe Tauern

Dramatic views of the eastern Austrian Alps including the snow-capped peaks of the Grossglockner massif.

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Dinaric Alps

The rugged, grey karst limestone mountains of Bosnia and Croatia during the initial descent phase.

Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze when photographing the Alps. This side is better during morning flights to avoid direct sunlight glare coming from the south. Watch for the Krka National Park waterfalls shortly before landing if the flight path tracks slightly inland.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,286 km (799 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 43 min

Departure: RTM (51.956902, 4.43722)

Arrival: SPU (43.53889846801758, 16.29800033569336)

Route Type: International

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