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FRA → CMB
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (Colombo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this southeastbound route because it offers a stunning view of the sunrise over the Indian Ocean and better perspectives of the dramatic Iranian plateaus and the approach into Sri Lanka.
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Zagros Mountains
View the dramatic, folded rock formations and high peaks as the flight crosses western Iran.
Caspian Sea
Catch glimpses of the southern shores of the world's largest inland body of water.
Indian Ocean Sunrise
Experience a spectacular sunrise over the horizon during the final few hours of the overnight flight.
Indian Subcontinent
Aerial views of the southern tip of India and the Laccadive Sea before reaching Sri Lanka.
Sri Lankan North Coast
Views of the Jaffna peninsula and the shallow lagoons of northern Sri Lanka during the descent.
On this long-haul flight, the left side avoids the harsh afternoon sun during departure from Europe and perfectly positions you for the sunrise. Most flights from FRA to CMB are overnight, arriving in the morning; book a seat well ahead of the wing to get an unobstructed view of the horizon as the sun emerges.
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Frankfurt Skyline
Excellent views of the 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers and the Main River immediately after takeoff from FRA.
The Alps
Distant but visible snow-capped peaks of the Austrian and Swiss Alps to the south.
Arabian Peninsula
Look out over the vast desert landscapes of the UAE and the rugged mountains of Oman.
Gulf of Oman
Spot large cargo ships and tankers navigating one of the world's busiest maritime corridors.
Colombo Coastline
Depending on the landing pattern, you may see the sprawling city of Colombo and its harbor to the south.
The right side is ideal for catching the sunset shortly after leaving Frankfurt in the winter months. During the night, it offers a peaceful view of the stars over the Arabian Sea. If the flight lands from the north, the right side may provide a better view of the Negombo lagoon and the central highlands in the distance.
Book Hotels in ColomboDistance: 8,066 km (5,012 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 29 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: CMB (7.180759906768799, 79.88410186767578)
Route Type: International
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