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FRA → HAM
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Hamburg Airport (Hamburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior as it offers the best chance to see the Frankfurt skyline shortly after takeoff and the iconic Hamburg harbor and city center landmarks during the descent into HAM.
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Mainhattan Skyline
Captivating views of Frankfurt's skyscrapers, including the Commerzbank Tower, shortly after departure.
Harz Mountains
In the distance to the east, the Brocken peak and the Harz National Park are often visible above the clouds.
Hannover City Center
The flight path typically passes directly over or just east of Hannover, providing views of the Maschsee and the New Town Hall.
Lüneburg Heath
Expansive purple heathlands and sandy terrain characterize this unique landscape between Hannover and Hamburg.
Hamburg Port & Elphi
The best view of the Elbphilharmonie, the Reeperbahn, and the sprawling container terminals during the standard landing approach.
Book a window on the right side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the German countryside. This side is nearly always better for the final approach into Hamburg, as it faces the city center and the iconic port area. If the wind is from the east, you will get a spectacular panoramic view of the entire city during the final turn.
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FRA Airport Layout
Get a bird's-eye view of Germany's busiest aviation hub and its massive logistics terminals immediately after liftoff.
Solling-Vogler Nature Park
Fly over the rolling green hills and dense forests of the Weser Uplands in Lower Saxony.
Bremen (Distant)
On a clear day, look west to see the urban sprawl of Bremen and the winding Weser river.
Airbus Finkenwerder
During the final approach, the massive Airbus manufacturing site and its dedicated runway are visible on the south bank of the Elbe.
Outer Alster Lake
Provides a scenic view of Hamburg's upscale residential districts and the larger of the two Alster lakes just before touchdown.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to avoid the direct sun glare from the west. This side is also excellent for spotting the massive Airbus factory at Finkenwerder when the aircraft approaches Hamburg from the southwest. Keep your camera ready as soon as the descent begins to catch the transition from rural plains to urban density.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 412 km (256 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 41 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Route Type: Domestic
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