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CCS → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Simón Bolívar International Airport (Caracas) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Lesser Antilles during departure and a breathtaking perspective of the French coastline and the Eifel mountains upon entering European airspace.
Caribbean Sea
Crystal clear turquoise waters and coral reefs immediately following departure from Caracas.
Leeward Islands
Aerial views of islands such as Saint Kitts, Nevis, and Anguilla as the plane tracks northeast.
Brittany Coast
The rugged, dramatic cliffs of western France as the aircraft transitions from the Atlantic to Europe.
Loire Valley
The 'Garden of France,' featuring patches of green forests and glimpses of historic chateaus.
Eifel National Park
Dense German woodlands and volcanic lakes visible during the descent into the Frankfurt region.
FRA Approach
Often provides a sweeping view of the Taunus mountain range during the final landing configuration.
Since this is an eastbound transatlantic flight, sit on the left to avoid the direct southern sun, which can cause heavy glare. As the flight usually arrives in Frankfurt in the morning, the left side provides the best lighting for photography of the European landscape without harsh shadows.
El Ávila National Park
The massive mountain range separating Caracas from the sea is visible immediately upon takeoff.
Atlantic Sunrise
A spectacular view of the sun rising over the horizon during the final hours of the ocean crossing.
Bay of Biscay
Views of the deep blue waters and the northern Spanish coastline if the flight takes a southerly track.
Moselle Valley
The winding Moselle River surrounded by steep, terraced vineyards just before reaching Frankfurt.
Frankfurt Skyline
A clear view of the 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers if the plane approaches from the east/southeast.
The right side is ideal for catching the sunrise over the Atlantic, which is a highlight of this overnight route. However, be prepared for intense sun during the final two hours of the flight. If the wind favors a Runway 07 arrival, the right side gets a prime view of the Rhine River and the city's financial district.
Distance: 8,077 km (5,019 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 30 min
Departure: CCS (10.601194, -66.991222)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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