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CGN → EDI
Which side of the plane to sit from Cologne Bonn Airport (Cologne) to Edinburgh Airport (Edinburgh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the North Sea coastline and the world-famous Forth Bridges during the final approach into Edinburgh.
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Dutch North Sea Coast
Long stretches of sandy beaches and the distinctive dunes of the Dutch coastline near the Hook of Holland.
Offshore Wind Farms
Massive arrays of turbines appearing as white dots in the North Sea, showcasing large-scale renewable energy.
Bamburgh Castle
A stunning historic fortress perched on a basalt outcrop on the Northumberland coast, visible during the descent.
Forth Bridges
The highlight of the trip: the three iconic bridges crossing the Firth of Forth, including the red UNESCO Rail Bridge.
Leith and Edinburgh Coast
Views of the port of Leith and the northern edges of the Scottish capital as the plane turns for landing.
The right side is the 'money side' for this route. Request a seat away from the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Forth Bridges. During the winter months, evening flights may catch the city lights of Edinburgh reflecting off the water. If the pilot takes a 'coastal approach,' you will have a front-row seat to the dramatic cliffs of St Abbs Head.
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Lower Rhine Region
Bird's eye view of the dense urban and industrial landscape surrounding the Rhine river shortly after takeoff.
Dutch Polders
Geometric patterns of reclaimed land and intricate canal systems as the flight crosses the Netherlands.
The Cheviot Hills
Rolling green uplands marking the historic border between England and Scotland.
North Sea Shipping
Views of container ships and tankers navigating the busy maritime lanes between the UK and mainland Europe.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is ideal for seeing the inland terrain of the Scottish Borders and the distant peaks of the Pennines if the visibility is high. Keep an eye out for the distinct transition from the flat Dutch coast to the deep blue of the North Sea.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 896 km (557 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: CGN (50.8658981323, 7.1427397728)
Arrival: EDI (55.95000076293945, -3.372499942779541)
Route Type: International
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