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BRU → HAJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Brussels Airport (Brussels) to Hannover Airport (Hannover)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a superior view of the dense urban sprawl of the Ruhr industrial region and the winding Rhine River, contrasted with the scenic Teutoburg Forest ridge near the end of the journey.
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Historic Leuven
The famous university city with its impressive Gothic architecture and large brewery complexes.
Ruhr Valley
One of the world's most dense urban and industrial clusters, stretching between Duisburg and Dortmund.
Rhine River
The lifeline of German industry, frequently dotted with cargo barges navigating its curves.
Teutoburg Forest
A striking 100km long forested ridge that stands out sharply from the surrounding plains.
Weser Uplands
Rolling hills and river valleys that provide a scenic backdrop south of the arrival path.
The Right Side is unmatched for nighttime flights, offering a spectacular grid of city lights across the Ruhr region. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting for photography of the Rhine and the Teutoburg ridge.
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Brussels Outskirts
View the northern residential zones and industrial parks surrounding Zaventem upon departure.
Kempen Region
A distinct landscape of heathland and pine forests spanning the Belgian-Dutch border.
Meuse River
Catch glimpses of the river as it snakes through the border region towards the Netherlands.
Münsterland
A patchwork of fields and historic moated castles visible from high altitude.
Steinhuder Meer
Lower Saxony's largest lake, located just northwest of Hannover, visible during the final descent.
Morning flights are best for the left side to avoid the glare of the southern sun. Keep an eye out for the silver glint of the Steinhuder Meer during the final descent phase, as it is a major landmark for pilots.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 398 km (247 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Arrival: HAJ (52.461101532, 9.68507957458)
Route Type: International
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