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BTS → LTN
Which side of the plane to sit from M. R. Štefánik Airport (Bratislava) to London Luton Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more iconic panorama, including the early departure view of Bratislava Castle, the winding Rhine River, and the potential for a spectacular view of the London skyline during the approach to Luton.
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Bratislava Castle
Visible shortly after takeoff, perched on the hill overlooking the Danube River.
Distant Alps
On clear days, the snow-capped Austrian Alps are visible on the southern horizon.
Rhine Valley
Look for the dramatic bends of the Rhine River and historic German towns like Mainz.
Brussels Cityscape
A glimpse of the Belgian capital's dense urban sprawl and the Atomium.
London Skyline
During the descent into Luton, landmarks like the Shard and Canary Wharf often appear to the south.
For the best photography, choose a seat well ahead of the wing to capture the Danube and the Rhine clearly. Afternoon flights are ideal on this side as the sun is positioned to the south and west, illuminating the landscape without causing direct glare into your window until late in the flight.
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Little Carpathians
Forest-covered mountains stretching north from Bratislava immediately after departure.
Czech Highlands
Rolling hills and rural landscapes of the Vysočina Region and near Brno.
The Ruhr Area
The dense industrial and urban heart of Germany, visible as a massive interconnected network.
Dutch Coastline
The intricate engineering of the Netherlands' dikes and the North Sea transition.
Thames Estuary
A view of the busy shipping lanes and the entry point into British airspace.
The right side is excellent for evening flights as you can watch the sunset over the North Sea. It provides a better perspective of the geometric Dutch polders and the northern industrial hubs of Germany. Use a polarizing filter if shooting through the window to manage the high-altitude haze over the English Channel.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 1,318 km (819 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 45 min
Departure: BTS (48.17020034790039, 17.212699890136722)
Arrival: LTN (51.87469863891602, -0.36833301186561584)
Route Type: International
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