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BHX → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers iconic views of the English coastline, the famous White Cliffs of Dover, and a superior perspective of the Rhine Valley and Frankfurt's skyline during the descent.
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White Cliffs of Dover
The iconic chalk cliffs are often visible as the flight crosses the English Channel toward the continent.
English Channel
One of the world's busiest shipping lanes, filled with tankers and ferries crossing between Dover and Calais.
The Ardennes
Rolling hills and dense forest cover stretching across eastern Belgium into Germany.
Rhine River
The winding Rhine river with its steep vineyards and historic castles during the approach into Frankfurt.
Frankfurt Skyline
Spectacular views of the 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers, especially during a westerly landing approach.
The right side is the clear winner for landmark spotting. Try to book a seat ahead of the wing for an unobstructed view of the Rhine. During winter, the Ardennes and the Taunus mountains are often beautifully dusted with snow, making for a scenic descent into FRA.
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Birmingham Cityscape
Aerial view of the Bullring and the revitalized city center shortly after takeoff from BHX.
Zeeland Delta
The intricate network of islands and massive storm surge barriers along the Dutch coast.
Ruhr Valley
A distant view of Germany's industrial heartland, characterized by dense urban sprawl and greenery.
Schiphol Traffic
High-altitude views of major air traffic corridors near the Dutch and German borders.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the southern sun. It offers a great view of the Dutch 'Delta Works' engineering projects if the flight path tracks slightly north. Keep an eye out for the distinct grid patterns of the Dutch polders.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 766 km (476 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 17 min
Departure: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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