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CDG β HAM
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Hamburg Airport (Hamburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Benelux coastline and typically provides a more dramatic perspective of Hamburg's city center and Alster Lake during the landing approach.
Paris Northern Suburbs
Aerial views of the northern Paris landscape and the distant silhouette of the city center immediately after takeoff.
Port of Antwerp
Vibrant views of one of the world's largest container ports as the flight crosses the Belgian-Dutch border.
North Sea Coastline
Visuals of the Dutch and German coastlines, including the unique tidal patterns of the Wadden Sea.
Downtown Hamburg
On the standard approach into HAM, this side usually faces the Alster Lake, City Hall, and the Elbphilharmonie.
Airbus Factory
View of the massive Airbus Finkenwerder facility on the southern bank of the Elbe during final descent.
Book a window seat ahead of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the North Sea coastline. Late afternoon flights are ideal on this side for soft lighting over the water, but be aware of potential glare during the summer months.
Picardy Plains
The geometric patterns of the vast agricultural heartland of Northern France shortly after departure.
Brussels Metropolitan Area
A clear view of the Belgian capital's urban sprawl and the iconic Atomium if the flight path remains inland.
Lower Saxony Landscape
The lush green pastures and extensive wind farms characterizing the northern German countryside.
Elbe River Basin
The wide, winding path of the Elbe River as it flows toward the North Sea through Northern Germany.
LΓΌneburg Heath
The expansive nature reserves and forested areas located just south of the Hamburg metropolitan region.
This side is excellent for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the European continent. It provides a more pastoral view of the German interior and is generally quieter in terms of sun glare during North-Eastbound afternoon transits.
Distance: 728 km (452 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Route Type: International
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