Loading map...
FMO → STR
Which side of the plane to sit from Münster Osnabrück Airport (Munster) to Stuttgart Airport (Stuttgart)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of natural landscapes and iconic urban landmarks, including the dramatic Frankfurt skyline and the bustling Frankfurt Airport, which are frequently visible during the middle segment of the flight.
Search flights from FMO to STR
Frankfurt Skyline
Known as 'Mainhattan,' the cluster of skyscrapers in Germany's financial heart is the highlight of the mid-flight segment.
Frankfurt Airport
A spectacular aerial view of one of Europe's busiest aviation hubs, usually seen just after passing the Taunus mountains.
Taunus Range
A prominent mountain range that serves as a scenic backdrop to the Rhine-Main metropolitan region.
Heidelberg
The historic city and its famous castle ruins can often be spotted where the Neckar river emerges from the Odenwald hills.
Stuttgart North
During the final descent, enjoy views of the hilly urban topography and the Killesberg park area.
This side is essential for aviation enthusiasts and city lovers. For the best views of the Frankfurt skyline, ensure you are seated behind the wing. Afternoon flights offer excellent lighting for photography of the Rhine-Main area, though you may encounter some sun glare depending on the exact flight corridor.
Book Hotels in Stuttgart
Teutoburg Forest
Immediately after departure, look for the long, narrow forested ridges extending southeast from the Münsterland region.
Sauerland Hills
The 'Land of a Thousand Mountains' provides a rolling landscape of dense forests and scattered reservoirs like the Möhnesee.
Edersee Lake
A large, winding reservoir nestled within the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, visible as a blue ribbon in the green landscape.
Vogelsberg
The massive basalt shield of an ancient, extinct volcano, characterized by its circular highland appearance in central Hesse.
Neckar Vineyards
As you approach Stuttgart, the steep terraced vineyards along the Neckar river provide a classic southern German vista.
Choose this side for morning flights to enjoy the soft lighting on the Sauerland hills without the sun's glare. It is the quieter, more nature-focused side of the aircraft. Keep an eye out early for the Möhne Dam, a significant historical and engineering landmark.
Get eSIMs for Germany
Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 398 km (247 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: FMO (52.134601593, 7.68483018875)
Arrival: STR (48.6898994446, 9.22196006775)
Route Type: Domestic
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.