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BTS → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from M. R. Štefánik Airport (Bratislava) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior perspective of the distant Alps, major European capitals like Brussels, and the most iconic views of the London skyline and the River Thames during the final approach into Stansted.
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Vienna and the Danube
Shortly after takeoff, look south to see the Austrian capital and the winding Blue Danube.
The Alpine Ridge
On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the Austrian and Swiss Alps are visible on the southern horizon.
Frankfurt am Main
The distinctive skyscraper cluster of Germany's financial heart is a prominent landmark mid-flight.
Brussels Cityscape
View the dense urban center of the European Union's capital as you cross into Belgium.
London Skyline
During the descent, if the wind is from the west, you can see the Shard, Canary Wharf, and the O2 Arena to the south.
Sit on the left (Seat A) for the best chance to see London during the 'LOREN' arrival procedure. Evening flights are particularly beautiful as the sun sets to your left, illuminating the clouds and the English Channel. Keep an eye out for the glowing lights of the Rhine-Main region over Germany.
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Prague
The City of a Hundred Spires is often visible shortly after reaching cruising altitude over the Czech Republic.
The Ruhr Valley
The vast industrial landscape of western Germany, featuring the cities of Dortmund, Essen, and Duisburg.
Port of Rotterdam
The massive scale of one of the world's largest ports is clearly visible as you reach the Dutch coastline.
North Sea Wind Farms
Vast arrays of offshore wind turbines create geometric patterns in the water before reaching the UK coast.
East Anglian Countryside
A classic English landscape of patchwork fields and small villages as you prepare for landing in Essex.
The right side (Seat F) is excellent for avoiding direct glare during afternoon flights. It offers the best views of the massive Dutch Delta Works and the heavy maritime traffic entering the English Channel. Look for the white cliffs of the Suffolk coast as you cross the sea.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 1,278 km (794 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: BTS (48.17020034790039, 17.212699890136722)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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