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CPH → HAU
Which side of the plane to sit from Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (Copenhagen) to Haugesund Airport (Haugesund)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the Danish lowlands to the rugged mountains and fjords of the Norwegian interior and west coast.
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Øresund Bridge
An aerial perspective of the massive bridge and tunnel system connecting Denmark to Sweden.
Swedish West Coast
The jagged coastline and islands of Halland and Bohuslän as the flight heads north.
Telemark Mountains
Distant views of the snow-capped peaks and high plateaus of the Norwegian interior.
Ryfylke Landscape
Stunning views of the deep valleys and high mountains just before descending into Haugaland.
Haugesund City
A bird's eye view of the town center and the Smedasundet strait during the final descent.
Choose the right side for the most diverse geography, from Swedish islands to Norwegian mountains. On clear days, you may even spot the Hardangervidda plateau in the distance. For late afternoon flights, be aware of potential sun glare, though the golden hour light on the snowy peaks is breathtaking in winter months.
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Sjælland Coastline
View of the northern Danish coast as the plane climbs after takeoff from Copenhagen.
The Skagerrak
Crossing the vast strait that connects the North Sea to the Baltic Sea.
Southern Norwegian Coast
The rocky archipelagos and lighthouse-dotted coastline near Kristiansand and Mandal.
Karmøy Island
Final approach views of the large island of Karmøy and its historical coastal villages.
Sit on the left for better views of the open sea and the southern tip of the Norwegian mainland. This side is typically shielded from the harsh afternoon sun when flying northwest. Watch for the dramatic change in water color as you cross from the shallow Kattegat to the deep Norwegian Trench.
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Get eSIMs for NorwayDistance: 608 km (378 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 1 min
Departure: CPH (55.617900848389, 12.656000137329)
Arrival: HAU (59.34529876709001, 5.208360195159901)
Route Type: International
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