Amsterdam to Bombay is 4,262 miles (6,859 km), a flight of about 8 hours 15 minutes.
Across the full flight, the right side tracks close to the Alps near Austria, the Anatolian highlands and Bosphorus region of Turkey, Iran's rugged Zagros Mountains, the turquoise waters of the Persian Gulf, and finally Mumbai's dramatic coastal skyline on approach — a far more varied and dramatic sequence than the flatter, less distinctive terrain visible from the left.
Flight Path
Zagros Mountains of western Iran, the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz region, and the open waters of the Arabian Sea leading into the Indian coastline
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from AMS
LEFTDeparting the Polderbaan heading south before curving east, left-side passengers get a clear look at Amsterdam's canal rings and the broad IJsselmeer before the route flattens out over Germany. The right side only offers a brief glimpse of the North Sea coastline before the aircraft turns inland away from it.
Landing at BOM
RIGHTOn final approach into Mumbai from over the Arabian Sea, the right side faces south toward the city's dense skyline and coastline, giving a sweeping view of South Mumbai. The left side mostly shows flatter northern suburbs with less visual interest.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Schiphol (AMS) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Amsterdam to Bombay. Across the full flight, the right side tracks close to the Alps near Austria, the Anatolian highlands and Bosphorus region of Turkey, Iran's rugged Zagros Mountains, the turquoise waters of the Persian Gulf, and finally Mumbai's dramatic coastal skyline on approach — a far more varied and dramatic sequence than the flatter, less distinctive terrain visible from the left.
What can I see during takeoff from Schiphol in Amsterdam?
During takeoff from Schiphol (AMS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing the Polderbaan heading south before curving east, left-side passengers get a clear look at Amsterdam's canal rings and the broad IJsselmeer before the route flattens out over Germany. The right side only offers a brief glimpse of the North Sea coastline before the aircraft turns inland away from it. Notable sights include: Amsterdam canal ring and city center, IJsselmeer, Dutch polder patchwork, North Sea coastline near Zandvoort.
What can I see when landing at Chhatrapati Shivaji International in Bombay?
When landing at Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM), sit on the Right side for the best views. On final approach into Mumbai from over the Arabian Sea, the right side faces south toward the city's dense skyline and coastline, giving a sweeping view of South Mumbai. The left side mostly shows flatter northern suburbs with less visual interest. Notable sights include: South Mumbai skyline (Nariman Point), Marine Drive curve, Elephanta Island, Mahim Bay coastline.
How long is the flight from Amsterdam to Bombay?
The flight from Schiphol (AMS) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM) takes about 8 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,262 miles (6,859 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Amsterdam to Bombay flight path pass over?
Zagros Mountains of western Iran, the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz region, and the open waters of the Arabian Sea leading into the Indian coastline