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ATL → DUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side (Port) is generally superior for this transatlantic route, offering potential views of the Appalachian Mountains, the high-latitude ice fields of Greenland (depending on the jet stream), and the best vantage point for the Aurora Borealis during winter nights. On approach to Düsseldorf, it often provides a better view of the winding Rhine River.
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Atlanta & Stone Mountain
Aerial views of Georgia's capital and the massive granite monadnock shortly after takeoff.
Appalachian Peaks
Striking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the rolling forest terrain of the Eastern US.
Greenland Icecap
On northern flight tracks, witness the dramatic ice sheets and jagged fjords of the Arctic region.
Aurora Borealis
The premier side for spotting the Northern Lights during the dark hours of a winter transatlantic crossing.
Netherlands Coastline
Intricate networks of dikes, polders, and offshore wind farms as you cross into European airspace.
The Rhine River
Exceptional views of the Rhine's curves and the historic Kaiserswerth district during the final descent.
Choose the left side for the best chance of seeing the Northern Lights between October and March. On the approach to DUS, the aircraft often flies north of the airport before turning south, giving left-seat passengers an expansive view of the city and the river. Use a flight tracker to see if your route passes over Greenland, which typically occurs 4-5 hours into the flight.
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Piedmont Plateau
Expansive views of the lush green forests and rural landscapes of the Carolinas during the initial climb.
East Coast Lights
A distant glow from the massive urban corridor stretching from Washington D.C. to New York City at night.
Mid-Atlantic Sunrise
A front-row seat to the sunrise over the ocean horizon, typically occurring 2-3 hours before arrival.
The Low Countries
Dense urban clusters and illuminated city grids of Belgium and the southern Netherlands.
Ruhr Industrial Core
An overview of one of Europe's most densely populated industrial regions just before landing.
Düsseldorf City Center
Excellent views of the Rheinturm and the modern Media Harbour depending on the specific landing runway.
The right side is ideal for early risers who want to witness the sunrise over the Atlantic. Since this is an eastbound overnight flight, the sun will rise on the right (south-facing) side. If the aircraft lands from the West (Runway 05R/L), the right side offers the best view of the Düsseldorf city center and the TV tower just seconds before touchdown.
Book Hotels in DuesseldorfDistance: 7,236 km (4,496 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 31 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Route Type: International
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