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DUS → BHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf) to Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior view of the complex Dutch coastline, the massive industrial scale of the Port of Rotterdam, and the expansive offshore wind farms in the North Sea.
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Ruhr Region Edges
A glimpse of the industrial landscape of the Lower Rhine region immediately after takeoff.
Port of Rotterdam
Incredible views of the Maasvlakte and the massive container terminals of Europe's largest seaport.
Zeeland Coastline
The intricate network of dams, bridges, and islands that make up the Dutch Delta Works.
Offshore Wind Farms
Dozens of wind turbines arranged in geometric patterns across the grey-blue waters of the North Sea.
East Anglian Farmland
The distinct patch-work quilt pattern of the flat, productive agricultural lands of eastern England.
Sit on the right for the best maritime views. The transit over the Netherlands offers a spectacular look at the Delta Works. For afternoon flights, the sun will be on the opposite side, providing perfect, glare-free lighting for photography of the Dutch coast and North Sea.
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The Rhine River
Glittering views of the Rhine as you depart Düsseldorf, heading westward toward the Dutch border.
Antwerp & Southern Delta
Distant views of the Belgian port city and the southern reaches of the Scheldt estuary.
English Channel Crossing
A clear view of the busy shipping lanes entering the Strait of Dover from the North Sea.
Warwick Castle
On the final approach to BHX, you can often spot the medieval towers of Warwick Castle to the south.
Stratford-upon-Avon
The historic home of Shakespeare is visible amidst the lush green fields of Warwickshire during descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun glare. This side is also better for spotting historical landmarks like Warwick Castle during the final descent phase into Birmingham, especially if the plane is landing on Runway 33.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 598 km (372 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Arrival: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Route Type: International
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