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DBV โ STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Dubrovnik Airport (Dubrovnik) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled sequence of views including the shimmering Dalmatian islands, the sparkling Adriatic coastline, the high peaks of the Swiss Alps, and a scenic crossing of the English Channel.
Dalmatian Archipelago
Exquisite views of the islands of Mljet, Korฤula, and Hvar scattered across the deep blue Adriatic Sea shortly after takeoff.
Venetian Lagoon
On clear days, the distinct shape of Venice and its surrounding islands can be seen as the flight tracks northwest toward the Alps.
Swiss Alps
A dramatic crossing over the snow-capped Swiss peaks, often providing glimpses of the higher massifs near the French border.
Paris Basin
As the flight crosses France, the sprawling urban landscape of the Paris region is often visible to the south.
English Channel
Clear views of the shipping lanes and the transition from the European mainland to the British Isles.
Sit on the left for a late afternoon flight to catch the sunset over the Adriatic. This side is also superior for spotting the complex geography of the Croatian islands without the glare of the morning sun. Ensure you are seated forward of the wing for unobstructed views of the Alpine glaciers.
Dubrovnik Old Town
Depending on takeoff direction, you may get a stunning bird's-eye view of the historic 'Pearl of the Adriatic' and its ancient walls.
Dinaric Alps
Rugged, limestone mountain ranges stretching across the Balkan interior immediately east of the coastline.
Lake Constance
The massive 'Bodensee' where Germany, Austria, and Switzerland meet, often visible during the mid-flight cruise.
South German Landscapes
Aerial views of the orderly German countryside, the Rhine River, and major cities like Stuttgart or Frankfurt depending on the specific air corridor.
East Anglian Countryside
The final descent offers a patchwork quilt of green fields and quaint villages across Essex and Hertfordshire before landing at Stansted.
The right side is best for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff; if the plane departs towards the southeast and circles back, the view of Dubrovnik's walled city is breathtaking. During winter, this side catches the morning light hitting the northern faces of the Alps.
Distance: 1,704 km (1,059 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 16 min
Departure: DBV (42.5614013671875, 18.268199920654297)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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