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FMO → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Münster Osnabrück Airport (Munster) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this short hop, primarily because it offers the most iconic view of the Frankfurt skyline ('Mainhattan') and the winding Main River during the standard approach into FRA.
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Teutoburg Forest
Immediately after takeoff, witness the dense, narrow ridges of this historic woodland stretching across the horizon.
Marburg an der Lahn
Look for the striking hilltop Landgrafenschloss castle and the historic university town nestled in the valley.
Frankfurt Skyline
The most famous view of the trip, featuring the cluster of skyscrapers that make up Germany's financial heart.
Deutsche Bank Park
The massive stadium home to Eintracht Frankfurt is clearly visible during the final moments before touchdown.
Main River Curves
Observe the wide, glittering curves of the Main River as it snakes through the urban landscape of Offenbach and Frankfurt.
Book a window seat on the left for the best chance of seeing the Frankfurt skyline. On morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing excellent lighting for photography. Since this is a very short flight, keep your camera ready from the moment the seatbelt sign goes off.
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Münster Altstadt
A quick glimpse of the historic city center and the St. Paulus Dom shortly after departure from FMO.
Ruhr Valley Edge
On clear days, the industrial landscape and urban sprawl of the Ruhr area are visible to the far west.
Großer Feldberg
The highest peak of the Taunus mountain range, often topped with visible telecommunications towers.
Mainz-Wiesbaden Confluence
Near the descent, see where the Main River flows into the mighty Rhine between these two historic state capitals.
Rheingau Vineyards
Terraced vineyards along the Rhine slopes are visible to the west during the final approach pattern.
The right side is excellent for seeing the geographic transition from the North German Plain to the Central Uplands. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting for the Taunus mountains. Watch for the 'Knick' in the Rhine river near Wiesbaden as a landmark for your final descent.
Book Hotels in FrankfurtDistance: 242 km (150 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 24 min
Departure: FMO (52.134601593, 7.68483018875)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: Domestic
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