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BRU → WAW
Which side of the plane to sit from Brussels Airport (Brussels) to Warsaw Chopin Airport (Warsaw)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the diverse German landscape, including the Harz Mountains and the industrial heart of the Rhine-Ruhr region, plus a more scenic approach into Warsaw over the Vistula River.
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Meuse Valley
The industrial and historical valley around Liege as you exit Belgian airspace.
Cologne Cathedral
The iconic twin spires are often visible as the plane crosses the Rhine River.
Harz Mountains
The Brocken peak and dense evergreen forests of Germany's northernmost mountain range.
Leipzig Hub
A clear view of the massive logistics centers and the historic city center of Leipzig.
Lodz Metropolitan Area
The distinct grid-like urban planning of Poland's third-largest city.
Vistula River Bend
The majestic approach into Warsaw follows the path of the Vistula, offering views of the city's south.
The right side is the 'sunny side' for this eastbound route. For late afternoon flights, you will experience a beautiful golden hour over the Polish plains. During descent into WAW, the right side often gets the best view of the Wilanów Palace and the southern districts of Warsaw.
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Brussels Skyline
Excellent views of the Atomium and the European Quarter immediately after takeoff from BRU.
Duisburg & Rhine-Ruhr
The world's largest inland port and the dense industrial network of Western Germany.
Teutoburg Forest
A prominent forested ridge stretching across the North German Plain.
Polish Flatlands
The intricate 'strip-field' agricultural patterns characteristic of the Greater Poland region.
Warta River
The winding blue curves of one of Poland's major rivers cutting through the landscape.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun. This side is ideal for capturing the 'patchwork quilt' effect of Polish farms without glare. Keep an eye out for the distant North Sea coastline if the flight path is pushed slightly north.
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Get eSIMs for PolandDistance: 1,146 km (712 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Arrival: WAW (52.1656990051, 20.9671001434)
Route Type: International
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