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DBV โ CGN
Which side of the plane to sit from Dubrovnik Airport (Dubrovnik) to Cologne Bonn Airport (Cologne)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled view of the Dubrovnik Old Town shortly after takeoff, followed by a continuous panorama of the Dalmatian coastline and the dramatic peaks of the Eastern Alps.
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Dubrovnik Old Town
A stunning immediate view of the 'Pearl of the Adriatic' and its medieval walls upon departure from DBV.
Dalmatian Archipelago
A mesmerizing sequence of islands including Korฤula, Hvar, and Braฤ scattered across the turquoise sea.
The Dachstein Massif
Dramatic limestone cliffs and peaks as you cross from the Balkans into the heart of the Austrian Alps.
Munich & Chiemsee
Clear views of Bavaria's capital and the 'Bavarian Sea' (Chiemsee) as the plane heads north.
Siebengebirge
The 'Seven Mountains' and the Drachenfels near Bonn, marking the final approach into the Rhine-Ruhr area.
The right side is essential for the iconic Dubrovnik departure view. Sit here for morning flights to have the sun behind you, providing perfect lighting for photos of the Croatian islands. As you descend into Cologne, watch for the distinctive hills of the Siebengebirge on your right, which signal you are minutes from landing.
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Adriatic Horizon
Deep blue expanses of the Adriatic Sea with distant glimpses of the Italian coastline on clear days.
Hohe Tauern National Park
Aerial views of Austria's highest peaks, including the Grossglockner massif and its glacial valleys.
Stuttgart & Swabian Jura
The sprawling urban landscape of Stuttgart set against the rugged forested ridges of the Jura mountains.
Middle Rhine Valley
Glimpses of the winding Rhine river and the historic vineyards near Mainz and Wiesbaden during descent.
Choose the left side for evening flights to catch the sunset over the horizon. During the middle of the flight, keep your eyes peeled for the snow-capped Western Alps. On approach to CGN, you may see the modern skyline of Frankfurt in the distance if the flight path tracks slightly west.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 1,251 km (777 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: DBV (42.5614013671875, 18.268199920654297)
Arrival: CGN (50.8658981323, 7.1427397728)
Route Type: International
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