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BHX → ARN
Which side of the plane to sit from Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham) to Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (Stockholm)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more diverse array of geographic features, including a clear view of the English East Coast, the rugged northern tip of Denmark, and the vast expanse of Lake Vänern in Sweden.
Birmingham & Midlands
Immediate views of the sprawling West Midlands urban area and the NEC complex shortly after takeoff from BHX.
The Wash
The distinctively shaped square bay on the east coast of England, marking the transition from land to the North Sea.
North Jutland
Views of the northernmost part of Denmark, including the sandy coastlines near Aalborg and potentially the Skagen spit.
West Coast Archipelago
The rocky, island-strewn coastline of western Sweden near Gothenburg as the flight enters Swedish airspace.
Lake Vänern
The largest lake in the European Union, appearing like an inland sea with its vast blue surface and jagged shores.
Västmanland Forests
Dense, dark green boreal forests broken by thousands of small glacial lakes during the final descent into Arlanda.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. This side is particularly spectacular during the long 'Golden Hour' of summer evenings in Scandinavia, as the sun sets over the North Sea and Swedish lakes. Keep an eye out for offshore wind farms in the North Sea which are frequently visible on this trajectory.
East Anglian Plains
The patchwork of agricultural fields and winding rivers of Norfolk and Suffolk before crossing the coastline.
Danish Isles
A distant perspective of the many islands of southern Denmark and the Baltic Sea entrance.
Öresund Region
On clear days, you may catch a glimpse of the bridge connecting Copenhagen and Malmö far to the south.
Lake Vättern
Sweden's second-largest lake, known for its deep, clear water and iconic finger-like shape stretching north-to-south.
Stockholm City
Depending on the runway approach (especially if landing from the south), you can see the 'Venice of the North' and its many islands.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind you or on the opposite side, providing perfect lighting for photography of the Swedish countryside. If the wind requires a southern approach into Arlanda (Runway 01L/R), the right side offers the best chance to spot the Royal Palace and the Gamla Stan (Old Town) area in the distance.
Distance: 1,452 km (902 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 56 min
Departure: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Arrival: ARN (59.65190124511699, 17.918600082397)
Route Type: International
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