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CPH → LAX
Which side of the plane to sit from Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (Copenhagen) to Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers superior views of the dramatic Greenland ice sheets and the jagged peaks of the Canadian Rockies. This side also typically captures better lighting when flying westbound during the day, highlighting the stark contrast of the Arctic wilderness.
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Norwegian Fjords
Spectacular views of Norway's jagged western coastline and deep blue waters early in the journey.
Greenland Icecap
A breathtaking look at the vast, frozen interior of Greenland with massive glaciers flowing toward the sea.
Baffin Island
Fly over the remote Canadian Arctic, featuring frozen tundra and incredible geological formations.
Canadian Rockies
Stunning aerial perspectives of the snow-capped peaks in Alberta and British Columbia.
Cascade Range
Vistas of the volcanic peaks in the Pacific Northwest as the flight path begins its southern turn.
The right side is the 'scenic route' for Arctic lovers. To see Greenland in its full glory, look out approximately 4 to 5 hours into the flight. If the flight path takes a more northerly route, you might even see the edges of the magnetic North Pole region. For the best photos, avoid seats directly over the wing which can block the view of the receding glaciers.
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Oresund Bridge
Immediately after takeoff, catch a glimpse of the architectural marvel connecting Denmark and Sweden.
Southern Greenland
Witness the rugged southern coastline of Greenland, often dotted with floating icebergs in the fjords.
Great Basin Desert
As the plane heads south from Canada, the landscape shifts to the colorful, arid basins of Nevada.
San Gabriel Mountains
Stunning views of the rugged mountain range that fringes the Los Angeles basin during descent.
Downtown LA
Panoramic views of the high-rise buildings and the sprawling urban landscape of Los Angeles on final approach.
The left side is exceptional for the final 20 minutes of flight. As you approach LAX from the east, you will have a clear view of the urban sprawl and the San Bernardino mountains. Since this is a long-haul day flight, keep your window shade partially down over the Atlantic to prevent glare, but open it as you cross the Canadian border for the desert transitions.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 9,029 km (5,610 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 37 min
Departure: CPH (55.617900848389, 12.656000137329)
Arrival: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Route Type: International
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