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Our Recommendation
8.6

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers consistently better lighting for photography and superior views of the Central Asian mountain ranges and the North Sea coastline.

Right Side Highlights
8.6
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Silk Road Corridor

The vast, rugged landscapes of the Gobi Desert and the ancient trading routes of Northern China.

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Tian Shan Mountains

Spectacular glaciers and massive 7,000m peaks known as the Celestial Mountains in Central Asia.

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Black Sea Coast

A beautiful stretch of northern coastline as the flight moves from Asia into the Balkan Peninsula.

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Carpathian Mountains

The dense forests and dramatic ridges of Eastern Europe stretching across Romania.

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Dutch Polders

Intricate grids of reclaimed land, canals, and agricultural fields upon the final approach to AMS.

The right side is highly recommended as it faces north, avoiding the harsh direct sun while providing consistent lighting for landscape photography. The view of the Tian Shan range is a major highlight; check the flight map and look out about 4 to 6 hours into the journey. If the aircraft lands on the Polderbaan runway (18R/36L), the right side offers the best view of the North Sea coastline and the technical marvel of the airport's surrounding infrastructure.

Left Side Highlights
8.1
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Taipei Skyline

Views of the iconic Taipei 101 and the city's coastal sprawl during the initial climb.

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Taiwan Strait

The expansive blue waters separating Taiwan from mainland China shortly after takeoff.

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Caspian Sea

A massive vista of the world's largest inland body of water as the plane enters the Caucasus region.

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Istanbul & Bosphorus

The historic bridge between two continents, visible if the flight path tracks over the Sea of Marmara.

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The Alps

Distant, snow-capped peaks of the Swiss and Austrian Alps visible on the southern horizon over Europe.

The left side is ideal for catching sunrise or sunset colors depending on your departure time. Be prepared for direct sun glare during the middle of the flight. For the best landing views at Schiphol, this side often offers a clear view of the Rhine Delta and the urban clusters of the Randstad area. Look for the distinct geometric patterns of the Dutch polders during the final 20 minutes of the flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 9,443 km (5,868 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 11 hrs 7 min

Departure: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)

Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)

Route Type: International

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