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EMA → WMI
Which side of the plane to sit from East Midlands Airport (East Midlands) to Modlin Airport (Warsaw)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally preferred for this route as it provides a better perspective of major European industrial hubs and the impressive skyline of Warsaw during the final descent phase into Modlin.
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Port of Rotterdam
One of the world's largest shipping ports visible as you cross into mainland Europe.
The Ruhr Valley
The densely populated industrial heartland of Germany with its sprawling urban network.
Polish Countryside
Unique long, thin strip-farming patterns characteristic of the Polish agricultural landscape.
Warsaw Skyline
A striking view of Poland's capital city's skyscrapers to the south during the approach to Modlin.
The right side is ideal for catching the sunset on evening flights. As the plane descends into Modlin, look south to see the modern Warsaw skyline. During the middle of the flight, the industrial landscapes of Germany are most prominent on this side.
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North Sea Transition
Views of offshore wind farms and shipping lanes shortly after departing the UK coast.
Frisian Islands
A beautiful chain of islands stretching along the Dutch and German coastlines.
Elbe River Mouth
The wide estuary leading towards the major port city of Hamburg.
Polish Lowlands
The verdant landscape of the Kampinos National Park area as you approach the airport.
Choose the left side for morning departures to have the sun behind you, providing clearer views of the North Sea and the Dutch coast without glare. Keep an eye out for the distinctive island chains near the Netherlands.
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Get eSIMs for PolandDistance: 1,478 km (918 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 58 min
Departure: EMA (52.8311004639, -1.32806003094)
Arrival: WMI (52.451099, 20.6518)
Route Type: International
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