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CGN → PRG
Which side of the plane to sit from Cologne Bonn Airport (Cologne) to Václav Havel Airport Prague (Prague)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama of Germany's central mountain ranges and the most direct views of the Bohemian volcanic landscape and Prague's historic skyline during descent.
Siebengebirge Peaks
Legendary volcanic hills near Bonn, including the famous Drachenfels, visible immediately after departure.
Thuringian Forest
The long, dark green ridge of the Rennsteig hiking trail visible across the Thuringian highlands.
Ore Mountains
The Erzgebirge mountain range forms a natural border between Germany and Czechia, often snow-capped in winter.
Bohemian Uplands
Distinctive conical volcanic peaks, such as Milešovka, rising sharply from the flat Bohemian plains.
Prague City Center
On the final approach, the Vltava River, Prague Castle, and the 'City of a Hundred Spires' come into clear view.
Sit on the right for the best chance to see Prague's city center during the approach, especially if the wind necessitates a landing from the East (Runway 06). For morning flights, this side will have more sun, so bring sunglasses. The transition from the Ore Mountains into the Bohemian basin is a visual highlight of the route's second half.
Cologne Cathedral
Visible shortly after takeoff from CGN, the twin spires of the Kölner Dom stand out against the city skyline.
Sauerland Regions
Dense forest coverage and rolling hills known as the 'Land of a Thousand Mountains' stretching across North Rhine-Westphalia.
Leipzig-Halle Hub
The sprawling logistics centers and urban grid of Leipzig are visible as the flight traverses central Germany.
Elbe River Valley
The winding Elbe River becomes a prominent feature as the aircraft nears the border of Saxony.
Saxon Switzerland
Unique sandstone formations and deep canyons near the Czech border, providing a rugged, prehistoric aesthetic.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to enjoy softer lighting on the landscape without direct sun glare. It is the best side for spotting the dramatic Elbe Sandstone Mountains just before crossing into the Czech Republic. Keep a lookout for the Bastei Bridge area if the flight path tracks slightly north.
Distance: 510 km (317 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 51 min
Departure: CGN (50.8658981323, 7.1427397728)
Arrival: PRG (50.1008, 14.26)
Route Type: International
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