The right side delivers the dramatic Amsterdam canal ring and city view on departure, and during the cruise the right side faces southeast toward the Swedish coast and the Stockholm archipelago as you descend. The left side has the better Arlanda landing view, but the departure spectacle over Amsterdam tips the balance to the right overall.
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Flight Path
Amsterdam to Stockholm is 716 miles (1,152 km), a flight of about 1 hour 55 minutes.
The route crosses the southern Baltic Sea, passing over or near the Danish island of Bornholm, then the Swedish coast near Kalmar or Blekinge, before tracking north over the heavily forested lowlands of Småland and Södermanland. The Baltic coastline with its scattered skerries is visible on clear days, and the transition from open sea to Sweden's dense boreal forest is a distinctive mid-flight marker.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from AMS
RIGHTSchiphol typically departs northeast on runway 36C/36L toward Sweden, so the right (east) side gives you a clear view over Amsterdam city center, the IJ river, and the distinctive ring of historic canals. The left side faces west toward the flat polder landscape and North Sea coast.
Landing at ARN
LEFTArlanda typically lands from the south on runway 01L/01R, meaning the aircraft approaches from the south-southwest. The left (west) side looks out over Lake Mälaren's eastern arms and the Stockholm archipelago's inner islands, while the right side faces open farmland to the east.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Schiphol (AMS) to Arlanda (ARN)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Amsterdam to Stockholm. The right side delivers the dramatic Amsterdam canal ring and city view on departure, and during the cruise the right side faces southeast toward the Swedish coast and the Stockholm archipelago as you descend. The left side has the better Arlanda landing view, but the departure spectacle over Amsterdam tips the balance to the right overall.
What can I see during takeoff from Schiphol in Amsterdam?
During takeoff from Schiphol (AMS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Schiphol typically departs northeast on runway 36C/36L toward Sweden, so the right (east) side gives you a clear view over Amsterdam city center, the IJ river, and the distinctive ring of historic canals. The left side faces west toward the flat polder landscape and North Sea coast. Notable sights include: Amsterdam canal ring and city center, IJ river and Amsterdam harbour, Almere new town across the IJmeer, IJmeer and Markermeer lakes.
What can I see when landing at Arlanda in Stockholm?
When landing at Arlanda (ARN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Arlanda typically lands from the south on runway 01L/01R, meaning the aircraft approaches from the south-southwest. The left (west) side looks out over Lake Mälaren's eastern arms and the Stockholm archipelago's inner islands, while the right side faces open farmland to the east. Notable sights include: Lake Mälaren eastern bays, Stockholm city skyline on the horizon to the south, Uppland forest and agricultural patchwork, Sigtuna town on the shore of Lake Mälaren.
How long is the flight from Amsterdam to Stockholm?
The flight from Schiphol (AMS) to Arlanda (ARN) takes about 1 hour 55 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 716 miles (1,152 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Amsterdam to Stockholm flight path pass over?
The route crosses the southern Baltic Sea, passing over or near the Danish island of Bornholm, then the Swedish coast near Kalmar or Blekinge, before tracking north over the heavily forested lowlands of Småland and Södermanland. The Baltic coastline with its scattered skerries is visible on clear days, and the transition from open sea to Sweden's dense boreal forest is a distinctive mid-flight marker.