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VOLAMS

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior coastal views along the Adriatic and spectacular perspectives of the Rhine river valley as you approach the Low Countries.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Pagasetic Gulf

Immediate views of the turquoise waters and the Pelion peninsula coastline right after departure.

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Dalmatian Coast

A stunning sequence of Croatian islands and the deep blue Adriatic Sea visible throughout the mid-flight.

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Julian Alps

The sharp limestone peaks of Slovenia and Northeastern Italy provide a dramatic transition into Central Europe.

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Lake Constance

A massive blue expanse marking the border between Germany, Switzerland, and Austria.

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The Rhine Valley

The winding silver ribbon of Europe's most storied river as it cuts through the German heartland.

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Port of Rotterdam

The massive industrial infrastructure and shipping lanes of the world's largest ports during the descent.

Choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Adriatic coastline. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes after takeoff for the Croatian archipelago. During the descent, look for the geometric patterns of Dutch polders and wind farms.

Right Side Highlights
7.8
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Mount Pelion

The lush, forested slopes of the mythical home of the Centaurs immediately to the East.

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Mount Olympus

The majestic, often snow-capped residence of the Greek gods rising prominently from the landscape.

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Dinaric Alps

The rugged, karst mountain ranges stretching across the Balkan Peninsula.

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Hohe Tauern

The high peaks of the Austrian Alps, including glaciers and the Grossglockner massif.

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Munich Metro

The sprawling urban layout of the Bavarian capital and the Allianz Arena if the flight path tracks East.

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The IJsselmeer

The vast reclaimed inland sea of the Netherlands as you turn for final approach into Schiphol.

Watch for Mount Olympus within the first 15-20 minutes of flight. In winter, the Austrian Alps are particularly breathtaking on this side. If landing on the Polderbaan (18R), this side often provides a distant view of the Amsterdam city center.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,008 km (1,248 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 41 min

Departure: VOL (39.21960067749024, 22.794300079345703)

Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)

Route Type: International

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