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BHX โ KUN
Which side of the plane to sit from Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham) to Kaunas International Airport (Kaunas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more coastal and geographically diverse perspective, featuring the Dutch Frisian Islands and the dramatic Baltic coastline as you approach Lithuania.
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The Wash & Norfolk Coast
Clear views of the large rectangular bay between Lincolnshire and Norfolk and the unique salt marshes of the North Norfolk coast.
West Frisian Islands
A stunning chain of sandy islands including Texel and Terschelling off the northern coast of the Netherlands.
The Elbe Estuary
The massive waterway leading to Hamburg, often busy with international container ships and tankers.
Rรผgen Island
Germany's largest island known for its iconic white chalk cliffs and sandy Baltic Sea beaches.
Klaipฤda & Curonian Spit
On the final approach, look for the narrow 98km-long sand dune spit separating the Baltic Sea from the Curonian Lagoon.
For morning flights, the left side (facing North) avoids direct sunlight, providing better visibility for the Dutch and German coastlines. Look for the distinct pale blue of the Baltic Sea as you cross from Germany into Polish and Lithuanian airspace. Keep an eye out for wind farms in the North Sea which appear like tiny white dots on the water.
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The Midlands & Fens
Aerial views of the sprawling English industrial heartland transitioning into the flat, agricultural Fens.
Rotterdam/Amsterdam Delta
Distant views of the complex canal networks and massive port infrastructure of the Randstad region.
North German Plain
A vast expanse of flat agricultural land, forests, and small historic German towns.
Masurian Lake District
As you cross Northern Poland, you may see glimpses of some of the 2,000 lakes that characterize this region.
Nemunas River Bend
The majestic winding river that flows toward Kaunas, providing a scenic guide during the descent.
Choose the right side for evening flights to catch the sunset over the European continent. This side offers a better view of the inland European landscape, including the intricate river systems of Poland. Be aware that during the day, glare from the sun (to the South) can make photography difficult from this side.
Book Hotels in KaunasDistance: 1,713 km (1,064 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 17 min
Departure: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Arrival: KUN (54.96390151977539, 24.084800720214844)
Route Type: International
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