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Which side of the plane to sit from Eindhoven Airport (Eindhoven) to Warsaw Chopin Airport (Warsaw)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior vantage point for spotting the massive urban sprawl of Berlin and the scenic transition from the Dutch polders to the dense forests of Central Poland.

Left Side Highlights
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Dutch Waterways

Intricate patterns of canals and polders visible immediately after takeoff from Eindhoven.

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Berlin Skyline

On many flight paths, the German capital and its iconic TV Tower are visible to the north.

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Greater Poland Lakes

A series of post-glacial lakes surrounding Poznań provide a shimmering landscape mid-flight.

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Kampinos National Park

A vast primeval forest located just west of Warsaw, offering a sea of green during the final descent.

Sit on the left for the best chance to see Berlin. During winter months, the afternoon flights offer a beautiful 'blue hour' over the snow-covered Polish plains. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes into the flight for the German-Polish border crossing.

Right Side Highlights
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The Ruhr Area

The dense industrial heart of Germany, visible to the south during the first half of the journey.

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Harz Mountains

The highest mountain range in Northern Germany, providing significant topographical relief.

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Oder River Valley

The natural border between Germany and Poland, characterized by wide floodplains and winding bends.

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Warsaw City Center

Depending on the runway in use, the right side often gets a direct view of the high-rise financial district.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It offers a more industrial perspective of Western Germany and better views of the Vistula River if the plane circles south of Warsaw for landing.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,073 km (667 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min

Departure: EIN (51.4500999451, 5.374529838559999)

Arrival: WAW (52.1656990051, 20.9671001434)

Route Type: International

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