For most of the cruise phase the flight tracks up the Norwegian coast with the mountainous mainland—fjords, ridgelines, and eventually the Lyngen Alps—visible on the right side, while the left side looks out mostly over open water (North Sea and Norwegian Sea), which limits its scenic value despite the decent Amsterdam takeoff view.
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Flight Path
Amsterdam to Tromso is 1,283 miles (2,065 km), a flight of about 3 hours 15 minutes.
North Sea, Jutland peninsula and the Skagerrak strait, then the fjord-cut western Norwegian coastline near Trondheim before the route continues north toward the Lyngen Alps and Tromso.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from AMS
LEFTDeparting Schiphol on the Polderbaan northbound, the initial climb and turn put Amsterdam's city center and the vast IJsselmeer lake on the left side of the aircraft, giving passengers a brief but recognizable urban and water landmark before leveling off over flat Dutch farmland.
Landing at TOS
RIGHTOn approach into Tromso, the aircraft descends along Balsfjord and the final turn onto runway 18/36 reveals the jagged, snow-capped Lyngen Alps rising directly across the fjord to the east, one of the most dramatic mountain backdrops of any Norwegian airport approach.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Schiphol (AMS) to Tromso (TOS)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Amsterdam to Tromso. For most of the cruise phase the flight tracks up the Norwegian coast with the mountainous mainland—fjords, ridgelines, and eventually the Lyngen Alps—visible on the right side, while the left side looks out mostly over open water (North Sea and Norwegian Sea), which limits its scenic value despite the decent Amsterdam takeoff view.
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 Schiphol on the Polderbaan northbound, the initial climb and turn put Amsterdam's city center and the vast IJsselmeer lake on the left side of the aircraft, giving passengers a brief but recognizable urban and water landmark before leveling off over flat Dutch farmland. Notable sights include: Amsterdam city center, IJsselmeer lake, North Sea coastline near Zandvoort, Dutch polder farmland.
What can I see when landing at Tromso in Tromso?
When landing at Tromso (TOS), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into Tromso, the aircraft descends along Balsfjord and the final turn onto runway 18/36 reveals the jagged, snow-capped Lyngen Alps rising directly across the fjord to the east, one of the most dramatic mountain backdrops of any Norwegian airport approach. Notable sights include: Lyngen Alps, Tromsdalstinden peak, Balsfjord, Tromso Bridge and island city center.
How long is the flight from Amsterdam to Tromso?
The flight from Schiphol (AMS) to Tromso (TOS) takes about 3 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,283 miles (2,065 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Amsterdam to Tromso flight path pass over?
North Sea, Jutland peninsula and the Skagerrak strait, then the fjord-cut western Norwegian coastline near Trondheim before the route continues north toward the Lyngen Alps and Tromso.