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CGN → VIE
Which side of the plane to sit from Cologne Bonn Airport (Cologne) to Vienna International Airport (Vienna)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a more scenic journey, featuring the dense Bavarian Forest and the majestic silhouette of the Northern Limestone Alps in the distance.
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Rhine-Main Region
View the confluence of Germany's major river arteries south of your departure point.
Nuremberg
The historic Bavarian city and its surrounding industrial hub are clearly visible mid-flight.
Bavarian Forest
A massive expanse of protected woodland stretching towards the Czech border.
Alps Panorama
Enjoy a breathtaking distant view of the snow-capped Austrian Alps to the south.
Vienna Woods
The lush green hills and vineyards of the Wienerwald appear during the final descent.
Afternoon flights provide spectacular lighting on the mountain peaks to the south. Choose this side for the best nature views, especially in winter when the Alps are fully snow-covered. If the flight path approaches from the south, you will get a perfect view of the Lake Neusiedl area.
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Cologne Cathedral
Catch a glimpse of the iconic twin spires shortly after banking away from Cologne Bonn airport.
Thuringian Forest
Look for the vast, dark green canopy of the Thuringian Highlands as you cross central Germany.
Leipzig Area
On clear days, the urban sprawl and lakes of the Leipzig basin are visible to the north.
Danube Valley
The winding river guides the plane's path as you descend into the Vienna basin.
Vienna Skyline
Enjoy views of the Danube Tower and the Riesenrad Ferris wheel if landing from the northwest.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare. During landing on Runway 11 or 16, this side often yields the best view of downtown Vienna, the UN City, and the Donauinsel. Clear autumn mornings offer the sharpest visibility for spotting landmarks like the Cathedral in Cologne.
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Get eSIMs for AustriaDistance: 746 km (464 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 15 min
Departure: CGN (50.8658981323, 7.1427397728)
Arrival: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Route Type: International
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