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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The Left Side is superior for this transatlantic route, offering views of the Yucatan coastline upon departure, potential glimpses of the US East Coast, and a higher probability of seeing the Aurora Borealis and Greenland's ice sheets during the crossing.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Isla Mujeres & Yucatan Coast

Breathtaking views of the turquoise Caribbean waters and the white sand beaches of the 'Costa Mujeres' immediately after takeoff.

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Outer Banks & US East Coast

As the flight follows the Gulf Stream north, you may see the thin barrier islands of North Carolina and the lights of the Northeastern US seaboard.

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Greenland Icecap

On more northerly routes, the vast, jagged glaciers and frozen fjords of Southern Greenland provide a stark, majestic landscape.

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Aurora Borealis

During the dark hours of the flight over the North Atlantic, the left-facing windows offer the best chance to witness the Northern Lights.

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London & Southern UK

Entering European airspace, you can often spot the sprawling Greater London area and the patchwork green fields of the English countryside.

The flight is typically an eastbound overnight 'red-eye'. Choose the left side to maximize your chances of seeing the Aurora Borealis if flying during winter months. For departure from CUN, ensure your window is clean as the humidity can cause fogging initially.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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North Atlantic Sunrise

The right side of the aircraft experiences a spectacular sunrise over the cloud deck as you approach the European continent.

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English Channel Shipping

If the flight path is southerly, look down for the world's busiest shipping lanes and the white cliffs of the French coast.

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Rhine River Valley

During the descent into Frankfurt, view the winding Rhine River and the historic castles dotting the German hillsides.

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Frankfurt Skyline

Views of 'Mainhattan', Germany's only major skyscraper skyline, are often visible depending on the active runway configuration.

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Stadtwald Forest

Final approach often skims the massive city forest surrounding the airport, showing the dense greenery of the Hessen region.

The right side gets the direct morning sun, which can make the cabin quite bright and warm during breakfast service. Use this side if you prefer a view of the sunrise, but keep the window shade down during the middle of the flight to allow other passengers to sleep.

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Route Information

Distance: 8,606 km (5,348 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 7 min

Departure: CUN (21.036500930800003, -86.8770980835)

Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)

Route Type: International

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