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FRA → BHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for spotting major European cities like Brussels and provides a stunning distant panorama of the London skyline and the rolling English countryside during descent.
Brussels Metropolitan Area
Aerial views of the Belgian capital and its surrounding urban sprawl during the mid-flight cruise.
English Channel Crossing
The narrow blue stretch separating continental Europe from the British Isles, often dotted with cargo ships.
London Skyline
On clear days, the distant skyscrapers of Canary Wharf and the City of London are visible to the south.
The Cotswolds
Picturesque views of the 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty' with its characteristic green fields and stone villages.
Warwick Castle
As the plane aligns for BHX, you might catch a glimpse of this medieval fortress near the town of Warwick.
For the best experience, choose a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Afternoon flights on this side will face the sun, so high-quality sunglasses are recommended. This side is particularly rewarding during the final 20 minutes of flight as the aircraft maneuvers over the English Midlands.
Rhine River
Excellent views of the winding Rhine river and the industrial landscapes of the Rhineland shortly after takeoff.
Rotterdam Port
The massive scale of one of the world's largest seaports is often visible along the Dutch coastline.
Zeeland Coastline
The intricate network of islands, dams, and bridges of the Dutch Delta Works near the Belgian border.
Offshore Wind Farms
Massive arrays of white turbines standing in the North Sea, highlighting Europe's green energy transition.
Cambridge and East Anglia
Flat, patchwork agricultural landscapes and the historic university city of Cambridge as you cross into England.
The right side is the 'cool side' for daytime westbound flights, as it faces north away from direct sunlight, making it better for photography. Watch for the dramatic change from the industrial Ruhr-adjacent areas in Germany to the flat, watery landscapes of the Netherlands.
Distance: 766 km (476 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 17 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Route Type: International
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