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CPH → HAJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (Copenhagen) to Hannover Airport (Hannover)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the Copenhagen urban sprawl at takeoff and a spectacular aerial view of Hamburg's massive port and city center during the descent phase.
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Copenhagen Center
Clear views of the Tivoli Gardens, Christiansborg Palace, and the colorful Nyhavn district upon climb.
Kiel Fjord
The long inlet of the Baltic Sea, home to the German Naval Base and the entrance to the Kiel Canal.
Port of Hamburg
One of the world's largest container ports, featuring massive cranes and cargo ships along the Elbe.
Alster Lakes
The Inner and Outer Alster lakes located in the heart of Hamburg city center.
Lüneburg Heath
Expansive nature reserves and heathland characterized by purple heather in late summer.
The right side is essential for seeing Hamburg, the highlight of the route. For the best photography, aim for a midday flight to minimize shadows in the urban canyons. During autumn, the Lüneburg Heath provides vibrant colors just before the final approach into Hannover.
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Øresund Bridge
A massive cable-stayed bridge connecting Denmark and Sweden, visible immediately after departing CPH.
Møns Klint
Dramatic white chalk cliffs along the eastern coast of the Danish island of Møn.
Fehmarn Island
The German island in the Baltic Sea, connected by the Fehmarn Sound Bridge.
Lübeck Old Town
The UNESCO-listed medieval center of Lübeck, famous for its brick gothic architecture and Holstentor gate.
Elbe-Lübeck Canal
A historic waterway connecting the Elbe river to the Baltic Sea through the German landscape.
Choose the left side for morning departures to have the sun behind you. This side is better for spotting the engineering of the Øresund Bridge and the natural beauty of the Danish archipelago before crossing into German airspace.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 401 km (249 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: CPH (55.617900848389, 12.656000137329)
Arrival: HAJ (52.461101532, 9.68507957458)
Route Type: International
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