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CDG โ HEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Helsinki)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more scenic route featuring the dense urban centers of the Benelux region, the sprawling Danish islands, and the dramatic coastline of Sweden before crossing the Baltic Sea.
Paris & Benelux
Bird's eye view of the northern Parisian suburbs followed by the dense urban tapestry of Brussels and Antwerp.
North Sea Coast
Distant views of the intricate Dutch coastline and the Frisian Islands if the flight path trends westward.
Danish Archipelago
Spectacular views of the Great Belt Bridge and the island of Zealand as you pass near Copenhagen.
Swedish Coastline
The southern coast of Sweden, specifically around Malmรถ and the rolling hills of Skรฅne.
Baltic Transit
Vast views of the Baltic Sea dotted with cargo ships and ferries moving between Scandinavia and Europe.
Helsinki Archipelago
Intricate patterns of thousands of small islands and rocky outcrops as the plane turns for its final approach.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the Oresund Bridge connecting Denmark and Sweden. During summer months, 'White Nights' mean it stays light almost the whole journey, making every hour a good viewing time. In winter, aim for a mid-day flight to catch the few hours of golden daylight hitting the snowy Nordic landscapes.
CDG Departure
Excellent views of the sprawling terminal architecture and the logistics hub of Charles de Gaulle.
German Heartland
Views of the industrial Ruhr area and the historic Hanseatic city of Hamburg near the Elbe river.
Rรผgen Island
The white chalk cliffs and sandy beaches of Germany's largest island in the Baltic Sea.
Estonian Horizon
Distant views of the Gulf of Finland's southern shore and the lights of Tallinn on clear evening flights.
Finnish Lakeland
As the plane enters Finnish airspace, the landscape transitions into a vast mosaic of deep green forests and dark blue lakes.
Choose the right side if you are flying during winter afternoons to capture the low sun reflecting off the Baltic Sea. This side also provides a better view of the Finnish mainland's dense forestry during the descent into Vantaa. Watch for the lights of Northern German cities if flying at night.
Distance: 1,896 km (1,178 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 32 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)
Route Type: International
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