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FKB → HAM
Which side of the plane to sit from Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport (Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden) to Hamburg Airport (Hamburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for this north-bound route as it provides a front-row seat to the Frankfurt skyline and the scenic Harz mountains, followed by an iconic view of Hamburg's Alster lake and city center during the landing sequence.
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Black Forest Northern Edge
Immediately after takeoff, see the dense pine forests and rolling peaks of the northern Schwarzwald.
Frankfurt Skyline
Look for 'Mainhattan', the only German city with a true high-rise skyscraper cluster, usually visible halfway through the flight.
Harz Mountains
The Brocken peak often stands out above the clouds as you fly past central Germany's highest range.
Lüneburg Heath
A unique landscape of purple heather and sandy soil that glows during late summer months.
Hamburg Port & Alster
On final approach, enjoy the spectacular view of the Elbe river, the massive port cranes, and the Inner Alster lake.
The right side is the 'money side' for the approach into Hamburg (HAM). If the wind is from the north, planes often bank over the city, giving right-side passengers a perfect view of the Elbphilharmonie and the city center. Afternoon flights offer the best photography lighting for the Frankfurt skyline.
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Rhine River Valley
Catch glimpses of the winding Rhine river as you depart the Baden-Baden area heading north.
Palatinate Forest
View the vast expanse of Germany's largest contiguous forest area shortly after takeoff.
Middle Rhine Landmarks
Spot the silhouettes of historic castles perched above the river valleys of the Hunsrück region.
Teutoburg Forest
A long, narrow forested ridge that marks the transition into the North German Plain.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the rising sun. This side offers better views of the industrial Ruhr area on the distant horizon and the flatter landscapes of Lower Saxony as you descend into Hamburg.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 555 km (345 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 56 min
Departure: FKB (48.7793998718, 8.08049964905)
Arrival: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Route Type: Domestic
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