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CPH → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (Copenhagen) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the iconic Øresund Bridge during departure and a more dramatic entry into the UK via the Suffolk coast.
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Øresund Bridge
A stunning view of the bridge-tunnel system connecting Copenhagen and Malmö immediately after takeoff.
Sjælland Coastline
Follow the southern coast of Denmark's largest island, spotting the white cliffs of Møn in the distance.
North Sea Wind Farms
Massive offshore renewable energy arrays like Horns Rev are often visible in the clear blue waters.
Suffolk Heritage Coast
The plane typically crosses into England near the scenic coastal towns of Southwold and Aldeburgh.
Colchester & Essex
During the final descent, view the Roman town of Colchester and the patchwork fields of rural Essex.
Sit on the left for early morning departures to avoid direct sun glare. Ensure you look out immediately after wheels-up to catch the bridge. In autumn, the low sun over the North Sea creates beautiful long shadows on the English coastline.
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Copenhagen City Center
A great view of the Amager district, the canals, and the historic center as the plane climbs.
Great Belt Bridge
Depending on the specific airway, you may see the Storebælt bridge connecting Zealand and Funen.
North Sea Shipping Lanes
Watch the dense cargo traffic and tankers navigating the busy routes between the UK and Scandinavia.
Framlingham Castle
On the descent through Suffolk, you may spot the historic 'Castle on the Hill' if the approach is northerly.
East Anglian Fens
Witness the highly organized, geometric patterns of the UK's most productive agricultural land.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side of the aircraft. Keep an eye out during the approach for views of the historic town of Cambridge if the flight path tracks slightly further north than usual.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 914 km (568 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: CPH (55.617900848389, 12.656000137329)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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