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DUS → LBA
Which side of the plane to sit from Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf) to Leeds Bradford Airport (Leeds)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the iconic Spurn Point sand spit, the dramatic cliffs of the East Yorkshire coastline, and the rolling green landscapes of the Yorkshire Wolds during the final descent.
IJsselmeer
Large inland bay in the Netherlands created by the Afsluitdijk, visible as a vast body of water to the north.
Spurn Point
The highly distinctive, narrow sand spit curving into the Humber Estuary, a major landmark for pilots.
Kingston upon Hull
Detailed views of the city of Hull and its historic docks as the flight makes landfall in the UK.
Yorkshire Wolds
The low chalk hills of East Yorkshire, providing a scenic transition from the coast to the inland valleys.
York Minster
On clear days, the massive gothic cathedral of York can be spotted to the north during the initial approach.
The right side is the 'coast-hugger' side. It provides the best perspective of the UK entry point at the Humber. For evening flights, you will experience a beautiful sunset over the Pennines ahead. Keep an eye out for the white chalk cliffs of Flamborough Head further north if the flight path is slightly more northerly.
Maas River Delta
Aerial view of the intricate river systems and industrial landscapes of the southern Netherlands near the German border.
Port of Rotterdam
Distant but expansive views of one of the world's largest shipping hubs and the Europort industrial area.
Humber Bridge
Look for the massive suspension bridge spanning the Humber Estuary, once the longest of its kind in the world.
Leeds City Center
As the plane aligns for landing at LBA, the skyscrapers and urban density of Leeds are often visible to the south.
West Yorkshire Valleys
The green, quilted landscape of West Yorkshire with its historic stone-walled fields and mill towns.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is better for spotting the urban sprawl of Leeds and the industrial heritage of the Humber region. During landing, you will get a great look at the southern suburban fringes of the city.
Distance: 637 km (396 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 4 min
Departure: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Arrival: LBA (53.86589813232422, -1.6605700254440308)
Route Type: International
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