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BGO โ FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Bergen Airport Flesland (Bergen) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the initial departure from Norway's dramatic fjord landscape and the dense urban centers of Northern Germany.
Norwegian Fjords
Breathtaking views of the Hardangerfjord and surrounding snow-capped peaks immediately after takeoff.
Southern Coastline
Aerial perspective of the fragmented islands and rocky skerries near Stavanger and Kristiansand.
Jutland Peninsula
The transition from the Skagerrak sea to the flat, green agricultural patchwork of western Denmark.
Port of Hamburg
Clear views of one of Europe's largest shipping ports and the winding Elbe River.
Lรผneburg Heath
Expansive nature reserves and forests of Lower Saxony as the plane moves into central Germany.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Norwegian mountains upon departure. For morning flights, the sun will be on the opposite side, providing excellent lighting for photos of the fjords without glare. Keep a lookout for the Elbe River about 45 minutes into the flight.
North Sea Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue North Sea and distant offshore wind farms.
Wadden Sea
The unique tidal flats and the chain of Frisian Islands stretching along the German/Dutch border.
Bremen Cityscape
The Weser River passing through the industrial and historic heart of Bremen.
Teutoburg Forest
A prominent forested ridge line that stands out against the surrounding German plains.
Frankfurt Skyline
If landing from the west, the iconic 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers are visible during the final descent.
Choose the right side for spectacular sunsets if flying in the late afternoon or evening. This side is also better for spotting the Frisian Islands if the flight path tracks slightly further west. During the landing phase at FRA, this side often sees the Taunus mountain range.
Distance: 1,160 km (721 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min
Departure: BGO (60.29339981, 5.218140125)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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