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DUS → ZAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf) to Zadar Airport (Zadar)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is significantly more scenic, offering a premier view of the high Austrian Alps followed by a breathtaking descent over the turquoise Adriatic Sea and the dense island clusters of the Croatian coast.
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Middle Rhine Valley
Spot the winding river and historic castles shortly after departing the Dusseldorf area.
Hohe Tauern
Panoramic views of Austria's highest mountains, including glaciers and snow-capped peaks like Grossglockner.
Kvarner Gulf
Watch the deep blue waters meet the rugged coastline of the Istrian Peninsula.
Kornati Archipelago
A stunning sight of hundreds of small, white karst islands scattered in the crystal-clear sea.
Zadar Approach
Direct views of the historic Zadar old town and its unique coastal layout during the final descent.
The right side is essential for the approach into Zadar. Sit here for the best views of the Adriatic islands. On afternoon flights, the sun will be behind you, providing perfect lighting for photography of the turquoise water.
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Ruhr District
View the sprawling urban and industrial landscape of Germany's most populous region shortly after takeoff.
Spessart Nature Park
Fly over the dense, rolling forested hills of central Germany's highland regions.
Bavarian Alps
Spot the jagged limestone peaks and deep valleys near the border of Austria.
Ljubljana Basin
Aerial views of the Slovenian capital surrounded by the Kamnik-Savinja Alps.
Velebit Range
The massive limestone mountain barrier that separates the Croatian interior from the Adriatic coast.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides a better look at the inland karst topography of the Dinaric Alps as you descend towards the coast.
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Get eSIMs for CroatiaDistance: 1,023 km (636 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Arrival: ZAD (44.108299, 15.3467)
Route Type: International
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