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CDG → KRK
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Kraków John Paul II International Airport (Krakow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a strategic advantage for viewing the northern European plains, the spires of Prague mid-flight, and the most iconic aerial perspective of Krakow's historic center and Wawel Castle upon arrival.
Champagne Region
The meticulously patterned vineyards around Reims and the rolling hills of the Grand Est region shortly after takeoff.
Prague Cityscape
On the standard flight path, the 'City of a Hundred Spires' and the Vltava River are frequently visible to the north.
Silesian Industrial Basin
The dense urban landscape and industrial architecture of Katowice and the surrounding Upper Silesia region.
Krakow Old Town
Unbeatable views of the Main Market Square, St. Mary's Basilica, and the Wawel Royal Castle during the final approach.
Vistula River Meanders
The winding path of Poland's longest river as it snakes through the Malopolska countryside toward the airport.
To capture the best photos of Krakow's Old Town, choose a seat well ahead of the wing to avoid engine glare. Mid-day flights provide the best lighting for the colorful facades of the Polish and Czech cities. If the plane lands from the West, the Left Side is essential for seeing the historic center.
Parisian Horizon
Depending on takeoff direction, a distant view of the Eiffel Tower and the business district of La Défense.
The Alps Silhouette
On clear days, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Northern Alps are visible on the distant southern horizon over Germany.
Bohemian Forest
The vast, dark green expanse of the Sumava National Park along the border of Germany and the Czech Republic.
High Tatra Mountains
As the plane enters Polish airspace, the dramatic granite peaks of the Tatras can be seen far to the south.
Tyniec Abbey
The historic Benedictine Abbey perched dramatically on a limestone cliff overlooking the Vistula, moments before landing.
This side is perfect for mountain enthusiasts; the distant Alps and closer Tatras provide a majestic backdrop. Keep your eyes peeled for Tyniec Abbey in the final 3 minutes of flight—it is one of Poland's most photogenic monasteries. Afternoon flights offer warmer light on the southern mountain ranges.
Distance: 1,246 km (774 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: KRK (50.077702, 19.7848)
Route Type: International
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