Departing towards the south offers left-side passengers a clear view of the Elbe River and the architectural landmarks of the Dresden Altstadt.
The right side is significantly better for this route due to the spectacular views of the London skyline, including Canary Wharf and the Shard, during the steep approach into London City Airport.
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled panorama of the Adriatic coastline and the most dramatic alpine peaks. As the flight progresses south-southeast, passengers on the right are treated to the rugged beauty of the Croatian islands and the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean, followed by a stunning approach into Rhodes that often showcases the proximity of the Turkish coast and the island of Symi.
The right side offers a superior sequence of landmarks, including the best views of Lake Constance, the highest peaks of the French/Swiss Alps like Mont Blanc, and a dramatic final approach alongside the Serra de Tramuntana mountains.
The right side offers an unrivaled sequence of geographic icons, starting with the heart of the Austrian Alps, moving to the turquoise Adriatic coastline, and culminating with the life-giving Nile River and potential views of the Giza Plateau.
The right side of the aircraft offers a superior scenic experience, featuring a direct view of the high Austrian Alps and the stunning turquoise coastline of the Turkish Riviera during the final approach.
The left side offers a breathtaking sequence of the Saxon Switzerland mountains, a cross-section of the High Alps, and the stunningly rugged coastline of the Balkans and Albania before landing.
The left side provides a more diverse viewing experience, featuring the Erzgebirge mountains, a spectacular crossing of the Pyrenees, the vast Spanish Meseta, and the most iconic view of Mount Teide upon arrival.
The right side offers a superior perspective of the rugged Ore Mountains shortly after takeoff, a more dramatic traverse across the high Swiss and Austrian Alps, and a stunning aerial view of the Tunisian coastline and Cap Bon during the descent into Enfidha.
The left side offers a superior panorama of the Erzgebirge range after takeoff and spectacular views of Lake Constance and the Swiss Alps during the descent into Zurich.
The Right side is the clear winner for its approach views of the Catalan coastline and the city of Barcelona itself. While the Left side offers excellent Alpine views, the Right side provides a panoramic perspective of the Pyrenees, the unique Montserrat mountain, and the iconic Eixample district grid during the final descent into BCN.
The right side offers a breathtaking journey over the Austrian Alps followed by the stunning turquoise waters and island chains of the Adriatic and Ionian seas.
The right side is generally preferred for the iconic 'Mainhattan' skyline view of Frankfurt during the final approach and for spotting the historic Wartburg Castle mid-flight.