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FRA → ARN
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (Stockholm)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally more scenic as it captures the transition from mainland Europe to Scandinavia via the Baltic Sea, featuring the architectural beauty of the Öresund Bridge and the intricate patterns of the Stockholm Archipelago.
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Fehmarn Island
A scenic crossing over this German island and the Fehmarn Belt as the flight leaves German airspace.
Öresund Bridge
The stunning engineering marvel connecting Copenhagen to Malmö, clearly visible when flying over the strait.
Copenhagen & Malmö
A panoramic view of these two historic cities separated by the narrow blue waters of the Öresund.
Southern Sweden
The dense forests and thousands of small lakes characteristic of the Småland region.
Stockholm Archipelago
A breathtaking view of the massive network of over 30,000 islands during the final descent into Arlanda.
Request a window seat away from the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Öresund Bridge, which appears roughly 60 minutes into the flight. For the best experience of the Stockholm Archipelago, look out during the final 15 minutes of the flight when the plane begins its descent over the eastern coastline.
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Harz Mountains
The highest mountain range in Northern Germany, often visible shortly after reaching cruising altitude on clear days.
Port of Hamburg
Depending on the specific airway, one of Europe's largest ports can be seen to the west in the distance.
Kattegat Sea
The maritime transition between the North Sea and the Baltic Sea along the western Danish coast.
Lake Vättern
Sweden's second largest lake, offering deep blue vistas as you cross into the Scandinavian heartland.
This side is perfect for late afternoon flights to enjoy the golden hour over Central Europe. Keep an eye out for the vast offshore wind farms in the Baltic Sea near the Danish border. Mid-flight, the view of the Swedish interior with its endless forests is most prominent here.
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Get eSIMs for SwedenDistance: 1,223 km (760 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: ARN (59.65190124511699, 17.918600082397)
Route Type: International
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