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FRA → HOG
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Frank Pais International Airport (Holguin)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is typically superior for this route as it offers the best views of the North Atlantic transition, including the rugged coastlines of Canada and the stunning turquoise shallow waters of the Bahamas, all while keeping the sun on the opposite side of the aircraft to prevent glare.
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Greenland Icecap
Depending on the day's Great Circle track, you may see the massive glaciers and jagged fjords of Southern Greenland.
Newfoundland Coast
The stark, rocky beauty of the Canadian Maritimes as the flight transitions from the Atlantic to the North American continent.
Outer Banks
The distinctive thin strip of barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina can often be seen in the distance.
Great Abaco Reefs
Stunning transition from the deep Atlantic trench to the neon-turquoise shallow banks of the northern Bahamas.
Old Bahama Channel
The deep water channel separating the Bahamas from Cuba, offering high-contrast ocean colors just before landing.
The right side is highly recommended for photographers because the sun remains on the left (south) side of the plane. You will have soft, indirect light for viewing Greenland and the Bahamas. Look out approximately 8-9 hours into the flight for the first turquoise waters of the Caribbean.
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Frankfurt Skyline
Excellent views of the Main river and the dense financial district of Frankfurt immediately after takeoff.
English Channel
On more southerly tracks, the busy shipping lanes and the northern coast of France are clearly visible.
Bimini Islands
A glimpse of the westernmost islands of the Bahamas, appearing as tiny emerald specks in the deep blue ocean.
Sierra Cristal Mountains
Rugged, lush mountain terrain of eastern Cuba visible during the final descent into Holguin.
The left side will be facing south for the majority of this westbound flight, meaning you will have direct sunlight hitting your window. This can make the cabin warmer and photography difficult due to glare, though it offers the best views of the Cuban landmass upon arrival.
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Get eSIMs for CubaDistance: 7,895 km (4,906 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 17 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: HOG (20.785600662231445, -76.31510162353516)
Route Type: International
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