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FRA → LHR
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to London Heathrow Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior view of the sprawling North Sea coastline and the iconic dense cluster of skyscrapers in London's financial district.
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Taunus Mountains
A view of the rolling green hills and forests north of Frankfurt immediately after departure.
Rotterdam Port
The massive infrastructure of Europe's busiest port is visible along the Dutch coastline.
North Sea Wind Farms
Hundreds of offshore wind turbines dotting the water between the Netherlands and the UK.
The City & Canary Wharf
The best angle for London's modern skyscraper clusters including the Gherkin and the Shard.
Olympic Park
Aerial view of the 2012 Olympic Stadium and the ArcelorMittal Orbit tower in Stratford.
The right side is ideal for capturing the scale of the North Sea and the modern London skyline. For the best experience, choose a seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. This side is also excellent for seeing the Thames Estuary and the intricate network of canals in the Netherlands.
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A stunning view of Germany's financial hub skyscrapers shortly after takeoff from FRA.
Brussels
The sprawling urban area of the Belgian capital is often visible during the cruise phase.
Westminster
On the final approach to LHR, see the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace.
London Eye
The giant ferris wheel on the South Bank is clearly visible during the descent over central London.
Kew Gardens
The UNESCO-listed botanical gardens are passed just moments before landing at Heathrow.
Opt for the left side if you want the classic 'postcard' view of London's historic landmarks. This side is particularly spectacular during evening flights when the city lights illuminate the Thames. Check the wind direction; a westerly wind ensures a flight path directly over the city center.
Get eSIMs for Germany
Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 655 km (407 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Route Type: International
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