Amsterdam to Poznan is 508 miles (818 km), a flight of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
The right side delivers the most visually rewarding moment of the flight during the Schiphol climb-out, with Amsterdam's canal ring and the Dutch polder landscape clearly visible. The mid-flight terrain over Germany is relatively flat and unremarkable from either side, so the takeoff view tips the balance to the right.
Flight Path
The flight tracks roughly due east at around FL200-FL280, crossing the flat North German Plain over the states of Lower Saxony and Brandenburg. The terrain is low-lying agricultural land with scattered forests, rivers including the Elbe and Oder, and mid-sized cities such as Hannover and Berlin visible to the south of the track. No significant elevation changes occur along the entire route.
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Takeoff from AMS
RIGHTSchiphol's most common departure runway is 36C/36L heading north, or 18R/24 heading south or west. For eastbound flights to Poznan, aircraft typically use runway 36C or 22 and turn east. A right-side seat captures Amsterdam city center, the IJ waterway, and the distinctive patchwork of Dutch polders and canals as the aircraft climbs and banks eastward.
Landing at POZ
LEFTPoznan Lawica typically uses runway 28 for westerly arrivals, meaning the aircraft approaches from the east heading west. A left-side seat on approach gives a view over Poznan's Old Town, the Warta River, and the city's urban layout as the aircraft descends from the south side of the flight path.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Schiphol (AMS) to Lawica (POZ)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Amsterdam to Poznan. The right side delivers the most visually rewarding moment of the flight during the Schiphol climb-out, with Amsterdam's canal ring and the Dutch polder landscape clearly visible. The mid-flight terrain over Germany is relatively flat and unremarkable from either side, so the takeoff view tips the balance to the right.
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's most common departure runway is 36C/36L heading north, or 18R/24 heading south or west. For eastbound flights to Poznan, aircraft typically use runway 36C or 22 and turn east. A right-side seat captures Amsterdam city center, the IJ waterway, and the distinctive patchwork of Dutch polders and canals as the aircraft climbs and banks eastward. Notable sights include: Amsterdam city center and canal ring, IJ waterway and Amsterdam harbour, Dutch polder landscape with drainage canals, Almere and IJmeer lake to the east.
What can I see when landing at Lawica in Poznan?
When landing at Lawica (POZ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Poznan Lawica typically uses runway 28 for westerly arrivals, meaning the aircraft approaches from the east heading west. A left-side seat on approach gives a view over Poznan's Old Town, the Warta River, and the city's urban layout as the aircraft descends from the south side of the flight path. Notable sights include: Poznan Old Town and Stary Rynek market square, Warta River curving through the city, Poznan Cathedral on Ostrow Tumski island, Lawica airport perimeter and surrounding suburban districts.
How long is the flight from Amsterdam to Poznan?
The flight from Schiphol (AMS) to Lawica (POZ) takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 508 miles (818 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Amsterdam to Poznan flight path pass over?
The flight tracks roughly due east at around FL200-FL280, crossing the flat North German Plain over the states of Lower Saxony and Brandenburg. The terrain is low-lying agricultural land with scattered forests, rivers including the Elbe and Oder, and mid-sized cities such as Hannover and Berlin visible to the south of the track. No significant elevation changes occur along the entire route.