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CPH → BHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (Copenhagen) to Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an exceptional view of the Øresund Bridge during departure and the distinct geological features of The Wash estuary when entering UK airspace.
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Øresund Bridge
Visible immediately after takeoff, this massive bridge-tunnel system connects Denmark and Sweden across the blue straits.
Danish Archipelago
Sweeping views of the southern islands of Sjælland and the white cliffs of Møn in the distance.
The Wash Estuary
As the flight crosses into England, the unique square-shaped bay between Norfolk and Lincolnshire is clearly visible.
The Fens
Intricate patterns of reclaimed marshland and agricultural grids stretching across Cambridgeshire and Lincolnshire.
Birmingham City Center
On the final approach to Runway 33, the Bullring, the Rotunda, and the BT Tower dominate the skyline to the south.
Sit on the left for the best morning light as you fly westward. During the winter, the low sun angle highlights the relief of the Danish coastline. Watch for the distinctive 'S' shape of the Øresund link about 2-3 minutes after wheels-up.
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Western Sjælland
Views of the Great Belt Fixed Link (Storebælt) bridge may be visible on the horizon to the north.
North Sea Wind Farms
Massive offshore renewable energy clusters like Hornsea Project One appear as white dots in the dark North Sea.
Lincoln Cathedral
On a clear day, the towers of this historic cathedral can be spotted rising above the Lincolnshire skyline.
The Peak District
The southern edges of the Pennines and the hills of Derbyshire are visible to the north during the initial descent.
NEC & Airport Hub
Aerial perspective of the National Exhibition Centre and the complex rail-air interchange at Birmingham International.
The right side is ideal for spotting the vast wind farms in the North Sea. It stays in the shade for most of the flight, reducing glare for photography. Look out for the distinct shape of the Humber Estuary to the north as you cross the English coast.
Book Hotels in BirminghamDistance: 1,002 km (623 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: CPH (55.617900848389, 12.656000137329)
Arrival: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Route Type: International
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