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CPH → HAM
Which side of the plane to sit from Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (Copenhagen) to Hamburg Airport (Hamburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the Danish coastline, including the famous white chalk cliffs of Stevns Klint and Møns Klint, before crossing the Fehmarn Belt into Germany.
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Copenhagen & Øresund Bridge
Aerial view of the Danish capital and the iconic bridge connecting Denmark to Sweden shortly after takeoff.
Stevns Klint
UNESCO World Heritage chalk cliffs stretching along the coastline of Zealand.
Møns Klint
Dazzling white chalk cliffs rising 120 meters above the turquoise Baltic Sea.
Falster Island
Detailed views of the southern Danish islands with their distinct field patterns and coastal lagoons.
Fehmarn Belt
One of the world's busiest shipping lanes, filled with cargo ships and ferries between Scandinavia and Germany.
Sit on the left for the best morning light on the Danish cliffs. This side is superior for natural landmarks. Look out for the Møns Klint roughly 10-15 minutes after takeoff. If landing toward the south at HAM, you may see the Alster lake just before touchdown.
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Great Belt Bridge
The massive suspension bridge connecting the islands of Zealand and Funen visible in the distance to the west.
West Zealand Coastline
Views of the Great Belt and the various small islands dotting the western side of the flight path.
Kiel Canal Entrance
The northern end of the world's most frequented artificial waterway near the city of Kiel.
Schleswig-Holstein
The lush, green agricultural heartland of Northern Germany with its characteristic 'Knick' hedgerows.
Hamburg Harbor
Incredible views of the massive container terminals and the Elbe river during the final approach phase.
The right side is ideal for the descent into Hamburg. If the wind is from the west, the plane often circles the city, providing a panoramic view of the Port of Hamburg and the Elbphilharmonie. This side is better for afternoon flights to avoid direct sun glare.
Book Hotels in HamburgDistance: 280 km (174 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 28 min
Departure: CPH (55.617900848389, 12.656000137329)
Arrival: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Route Type: International
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