The left side wins both ends of the flight. During the cruise over the Mediterranean and central Europe, the left side also tracks closer to the Greek islands and the Alps on some routing variants, making it the stronger choice throughout.
Flight Path
The route crosses the northeastern Mediterranean Sea, passing over or near the Greek island chain including Crete and the Aegean, then crosses the Balkans over Bulgaria or Romania, transits central Europe over Austria or Germany, and crosses into the Netherlands from the southeast. The Alps may be visible on the western horizon depending on exact routing.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from HRG
LEFTHurghada's runway 16/34 orientation means a northbound departure takes you over the Red Sea coastline. The left side faces west toward the Eastern Desert and the Sinai Peninsula across the Gulf of Suez, giving you the dramatic contrast of desert mountains meeting the sea.
Landing at AMS
LEFTSchiphol's primary arrival runways from the south typically bring aircraft in from the southeast. The left side on approach gives views over Amsterdam's canal ring, the IJ waterway, and the distinctive patchwork of Dutch polders and waterways north of the city.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Hurghada International (HRG) to Schiphol (AMS)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Hurghada to Amsterdam. The left side wins both ends of the flight. During the cruise over the Mediterranean and central Europe, the left side also tracks closer to the Greek islands and the Alps on some routing variants, making it the stronger choice throughout.
What can I see during takeoff from Hurghada International in Hurghada?
During takeoff from Hurghada International (HRG), sit on the Left side for the best views. Hurghada's runway 16/34 orientation means a northbound departure takes you over the Red Sea coastline. The left side faces west toward the Eastern Desert and the Sinai Peninsula across the Gulf of Suez, giving you the dramatic contrast of desert mountains meeting the sea. Notable sights include: Red Sea coastal strip, Gulf of Suez, Eastern Desert escarpment, Sinai Peninsula across the water.
What can I see when landing at Schiphol in Amsterdam?
When landing at Schiphol (AMS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Schiphol's primary arrival runways from the south typically bring aircraft in from the southeast. The left side on approach gives views over Amsterdam's canal ring, the IJ waterway, and the distinctive patchwork of Dutch polders and waterways north of the city. Notable sights include: Amsterdam canal ring district, IJ waterway, Dutch polder network, Markermeer lake.
How long is the flight from Hurghada to Amsterdam?
The flight from Hurghada International (HRG) to Schiphol (AMS) takes Approximately 5 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 45 minutes.
What does the Hurghada to Amsterdam flight path pass over?
The route crosses the northeastern Mediterranean Sea, passing over or near the Greek island chain including Crete and the Aegean, then crosses the Balkans over Bulgaria or Romania, transits central Europe over Austria or Germany, and crosses into the Netherlands from the southeast. The Alps may be visible on the western horizon depending on exact routing.