Loading map...

YYC destination photo
AMS destination photo

YYC → AMS

Our Recommendation
8.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side is the premier choice for this northern transatlantic route, offering the highest probability of witnessing the Aurora Borealis during the night and better angles for the dramatic glacial landscapes of central Greenland and the Icelandic coast.

Left Side Highlights
8.8
🌌

Aurora Borealis

Optimal viewing of the Northern Lights during the dark hours over the North Atlantic and Canadian Arctic.

🏔️

Hudson Bay

Aerial views of the massive inland sea and the rugged tundra of Northern Manitoba and Nunavut.

🧊

Greenland Ice Sheet

Spectacular vistas of the vast, high-altitude ice cap and deep glacial crevasses.

🌋

Iceland

The volcanic peaks and jagged northern coastline are often visible depending on the specific flight path.

⛴️

North Sea

Concentrated clusters of offshore wind farms and shipping lanes approaching the European continent.

For the best chance to see the Aurora Borealis, fly during the winter months (September to March) and keep your window shade open during the middle of the flight. Use a coat or blanket to block cabin light reflection on the glass. Ensure you are seated behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the horizon.

Right Side Highlights
7.6
🌅

Mid-Atlantic Sunrise

A stunning high-altitude sunrise as the aircraft transitions from night to day approaching Europe.

❄️

Southern Greenland

Views of the intricate fjords and floating icebergs around Cape Farewell.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Scottish Highlands

The green rolling hills and misty lochs of Scotland are often visible during the morning descent.

🛳️

English Channel

One of the world's busiest maritime passages, filled with cargo ships and tankers.

🌷

Dutch Polders

The iconic geometric reclaimed land and canal networks of the Netherlands during final approach.

The right side is ideal for travelers who enjoy watching the sunrise over the horizon. As you approach Amsterdam, the right side often provides a clearer view of the Dutch coastline and the dense urban layout of the Randstad area. Seasonal light changes mean the sunrise can happen quite early in summer, so set an alarm if you want to catch it.

Top Activities in Amsterdam
Route Information

Distance: 7,168 km (4,454 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 26 min

Departure: YYC (51.113899231000005, -114.019996643)

Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)

Route Type: International

Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.