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SVO → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic Baltic coastline and the unique Wadden Sea islands during the descent into Amsterdam.
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Baltic Coastline
Clear views of the jagged northern coast of Poland and the shimmering waters of the Baltic Sea.
Gdansk Bay
Spot the major shipping lanes and the historic port infrastructure of the Tricity area from a high altitude.
Elbe Estuary
The massive mouth of the Elbe River near Hamburg, often filled with container ships heading to the North Sea.
Frisian Islands
A stunning chain of islands along the Dutch coast, separated by the tidal flats of the Wadden Sea.
Polderbaan Approach
If landing on runway 18R, enjoy a scenic 'taxi' tour of the Dutch countryside and the airport's outer perimeter.
Sit on the right for the best chance to see the Wadden Sea, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This side stays cooler during westbound flights. For the best views of the Frisian Islands, aim for a flight arriving in the afternoon when the sun is behind the aircraft, illuminating the sandbars and turquoise shallows.
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Moscow Cityscape
Panoramic views of the Russian capital's sprawling outskirts and the Moscow River shortly after takeoff from SVO.
Belarusian Forests
A vast expanse of deep green timberland and meandering river systems across the Eastern European plains.
Polish Farmlands
An intricate patchwork of agricultural fields in varying shades of green and gold stretching across central Poland.
Utrecht Canals
During the final descent, view the historic town of Utrecht and its distinctive sunken wharf canals.
Dutch Polders
The geometric precision of the reclaimed land and drainage canals typical of the South Holland landscape.
The left side is ideal for capturing the Moscow skyline if the flight departs to the south. During midday flights, this side will be exposed to direct sunlight, so keep your window shade ready. It offers a great view of the inland Dutch landscape if the wind dictates an approach from the south.
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Get eSIMs for NetherlandsDistance: 2,144 km (1,332 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 52 min
Departure: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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