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BRS → CPH
Which side of the plane to sit from Bristol Airport (Bristol) to Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (Copenhagen)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior approach into Copenhagen, often offering a direct view of the iconic Oresund Bridge and the Swedish coastline before landing.
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The Cotswolds
Lush rolling hills and quintessential English countryside immediately after departing Bristol.
Norfolk Coastline
The final transition over the UK mainland featuring sandy beaches and the Wash estuary.
North Sea Wind Farms
Massive offshore renewable energy arrays like Hornsea, appearing as geometric patterns on the water.
Jutland Peninsula
The western coastline of Denmark with its distinct sand dunes and coastal lagoons.
Oresund Bridge
A spectacular view of the combined railway and motorway bridge connecting Denmark and Sweden during descent.
Book a window seat on the left (usually 'A') for the best chance to see the Oresund Bridge. On descent into CPH, pilots often fly a loop that showcases the bridge and the 'Peberholm' artificial island. Morning flights offer the best lighting for the English countryside, while late afternoon flights provide a golden glow over the Danish coast.
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Immediate views of the Prince of Wales Bridge and the massive tidal range of the Severn.
Greater London
Distant views of the London skyline and the winding River Thames to the south.
Wadden Sea
The unique UNESCO-listed tidal flats and Frisian Islands along the Dutch and German coasts.
Elbe Estuary
Heavy maritime traffic and the entrance to the Kiel Canal near the German border.
Copenhagen Cityscape
A panoramic view of the Danish capital's copper spires and modern harbor architecture on final approach.
The right side ('F' seats) is excellent for spotting the Dutch and German coastlines if the flight path tracks slightly south. During the final approach to Copenhagen, this side often looks directly over the city center and the colorful Nyhavn district. Watch for the 'Turning Torso' skyscraper in Malmö, Sweden, visible in the distance to the right.
Book Hotels in CopenhagenDistance: 1,118 km (695 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: BRS (51.382702, -2.71909)
Arrival: CPH (55.617900848389, 12.656000137329)
Route Type: International
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