About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH) to Schiphol (AMS)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Houston to Amsterdam. Left side wins at both ends of the flight. Over the Atlantic the views are similar on both sides, but the left side captures the best of Houston's industrial waterfront on departure and the Dutch coastline and Rotterdam port complex on arrival.
What can I see during takeoff from George Bush Intcntl Houston in Houston?
During takeoff from George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH), sit on the Left side for the best views. IAH typically departs northeast on runways 26L/26R or north on 15L/15R. On a northeastbound departure toward the Atlantic, the left side gives you a view back over downtown Houston's skyline and the ship channel industrial complex. The right side faces open suburban sprawl with little of interest. Notable sights include: Downtown Houston skyline, Houston Ship Channel and refinery complex, Lake Houston to the northeast, Galveston Bay glinting to the southeast.
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 typically lands from the east or southeast on runways 18R, 18C, or 36C depending on wind. On approach from the southwest over the North Sea, the left side gives you the Dutch coastline, the Hook of Holland, and the distinctive patchwork of polders and canals. The right side faces inland farmland with less visual drama. Notable sights include: Dutch North Sea coastline and barrier dunes, Hook of Holland and Nieuwe Waterweg shipping channel, Amsterdam canal ring visible to the northeast, flat green polder farmland with windmills.
How long is the flight from Houston to Amsterdam?
The flight from George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH) to Schiphol (AMS) takes Approximately 10 to 11 hours.
What does the Houston to Amsterdam flight path pass over?
The flight tracks northeast over the Gulf of Mexico, crosses the US East Coast near the Carolinas, then heads out over the North Atlantic. The great circle route passes south of Greenland and Iceland, crossing the British Isles over Scotland or northern England before descending over the North Sea toward the Netherlands. Passengers may see the Scottish Highlands and coastline, and on clear days the Frisian Islands off the Dutch and German coast on descent.