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SPU โ RTM
Which side of the plane to sit from Split Airport (Split) to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (Rotterdam)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panoramic perspective of the Dalmatian coast upon departure, followed by direct views of the highest Alpine peaks and a scenic approach over the Dutch polders.
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Dalmatian Archipelago
Immediate views of the turquoise Adriatic waters and islands like Braฤ and ล olta shortly after takeoff from Split.
Julian Alps
Spectacular sightings of Slovenia's jagged limestone peaks, including the prominent Mount Triglav.
Lake Constance
A massive freshwater expanse where the borders of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland converge.
Middle Rhine Valley
The winding Rhine river featuring numerous historic castles and steep vineyard-covered hillsides.
Dutch Canal Systems
The intricate network of canals and reclaimed land (polders) characteristic of the South Holland landscape.
Sit on the left for the best lighting during morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Ensure you are looking out roughly 25-35 minutes after departure to catch the peak of the Alps. During winter, the snow-covered peaks of Austria are particularly breathtaking on this side.
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Velebit Mountain Range
The rugged karst landscape of Croatia's coastal mountains immediately north of the departure path.
Hohe Tauern National Park
Glaciated peaks of the Austrian Alps, including views towards the Grossglockner massif.
Munich and Bavaria
On clear days, the urban layout of Munich and the surrounding Allianz Arena can be spotted to the north.
The Ruhr Valley
Germany's industrial heartland, characterized by dense urban clusters and large-scale manufacturing sites.
Port of Rotterdam
As the plane aligns for landing at RTM, the massive shipping terminals and cranes of the Europoort are often visible.
Choose the right side if you are flying in the late afternoon to benefit from the 'golden hour' light hitting the mountains. This side is also preferred for spotting the massive infrastructure of the Port of Rotterdam during the final descent phase, depending on the wind-directed landing runway.
Book Hotels in RotterdamDistance: 1,286 km (799 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 43 min
Departure: SPU (43.53889846801758, 16.29800033569336)
Arrival: RTM (51.956902, 4.43722)
Route Type: International
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