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Our Recommendation
7.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior view of the Frankfurt skyline upon departure and a more scenic perspective of the Dutch coast and the Scottish shoreline during the descent into Aberdeen.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Frankfurt Skyline

Dramatic views of the 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers and the Main River immediately after takeoff from FRA.

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Taunus Mountains

Rolling forested hills north of Frankfurt, offering a lush green landscape during the initial climb.

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West Frisian Islands

The distinctive chain of Dutch islands, including Texel and Vlieland, visible as the flight leaves the European mainland.

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Angus Coastline

The rugged eastern coast of Scotland comes into view as the aircraft begins its descent into Aberdeen.

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St Andrews & Tay Estuary

On clear days, the historic town of St Andrews and the mouth of the River Tay can be seen to the south.

Sit on the left for the best views of the Frankfurt city center. For morning flights, this side receives better light as the sun is positioned to the south. During winter, watch for the snow-capped peaks of the Grampian Mountains in the distance as you approach Scotland.

Right Side Highlights
6.8
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East Frisian Islands

Clear views of German islands like Borkum and Juist as the flight path crosses the Lower Saxony coastline.

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North Sea Wind Farms

Large-scale offshore wind energy projects, such as the Gemini Wind Park, appearing as white dots in the blue sea.

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Oil and Gas Platforms

Visible industrial structures and flares from North Sea extraction rigs as you approach the UK continental shelf.

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Aberdeenshire Cliffs

Spectacular views of the sheer granite cliffs north of Aberdeen near Buchan Ness during the final approach.

The right side is ideal for evening flights to avoid the glare of the setting sun. It offers the best perspective of the North Sea's industrial activity. Keep an eye out for the Peterhead coastline, which is often used as a waypoint for the final turn into Dyce Airport.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,065 km (662 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min

Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)

Arrival: ABZ (57.20190048217773, -2.1977798938751216)

Route Type: International

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