At Rotterdam in Rotterdam: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Port of Rotterdam container cranes and terminals, Maas River, New Waterway shipping channel, Europoort industrial zone.

When taking off from Rotterdam (RTM), sit on the Left side for the best views. Rotterdam's primary runways (06L/24R and 06R/24L) mean eastbound departures climb out over the Maas River delta and the Port of Rotterdam's sprawling container terminals. The left side offers the best view of this massive industrial landscape and the waterways defining the Rhine-Meuse delta. Notable sights include: Port of Rotterdam container cranes and terminals, Maas River, New Waterway shipping channel, Europoort industrial zone.

When landing at Rotterdam (RTM), sit on the Left side for the best views. Rotterdam's primary runways (09L/27R and 09R/27L) are oriented east-west. On landing from the west (typical approach), the left side offers views of the Maas River's distinctive meanders, the Port of Rotterdam's container terminals, and the Europoort industrial complex. The right side faces inland toward less visually distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: Maas River with its sharp bends, Rotterdam container port and ship docks, Europoort refinery and industrial facilities, Brienenoord Bridge crossing the river.

The best window seat at Rotterdam (RTM) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Rotterdam (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.