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GDN → EIN
Which side of the plane to sit from Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (Gdansk) to Eindhoven Airport (Eindhoven)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular view of the Baltic coastline immediately after takeoff, including the iconic Hel Peninsula, followed by views of the Northern German plains and Dutch wetlands during descent.
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Hel Peninsula
The uniquely narrow 35km-long sandbar separating the Bay of Puck from the Baltic Sea.
Gdynia Port
One of the most important maritime hubs on the Baltic, featuring massive container terminals.
Wismar Bay
The beautiful coastline of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern with its shallow bays and islands.
Groningen & Northern NL
The transition into the classic Dutch 'Polder' landscape with its intricate canal networks.
Veluwe Forest
One of the largest continuous nature reserves in the Netherlands, visible during the descent into Eindhoven.
The right side is the clear winner for coastal enthusiasts. The Hel Peninsula is a world-class aerial sight usually visible within 5-10 minutes of takeoff. For photography, morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the Polish and German coastlines perfectly. Watch for the change in landscape from the vast Polish plains to the highly engineered Dutch canal systems.
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Gdańsk Old Town
Aerial view of the historic Motława riverfront and St. Mary's Basilica right after departure.
Kashubian Lake District
Glacial lakes and rolling hills of the Pomeranian Voivodeship shortly after takeoff.
Berlin Metropolitan Area
Depending on the specific airway, the distant urban sprawl of the German capital may be visible to the south.
Ruhr Valley Borders
The dense industrial landscape of Western Germany visible on the horizon during mid-flight.
Eindhoven City Center
A close-up view of the 'City of Light,' including the Philips Stadium and High Tech Campus on final approach.
Sit on the left if you want the best view of the Gdańsk city center during the initial climb. For late afternoon flights, this side will experience direct sunlight, so keep your window shade ready. During landing at EIN, the left side often provides a clearer view of the downtown Eindhoven skyline depending on the wind direction.
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Get eSIMs for NetherlandsDistance: 935 km (581 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min
Departure: GDN (54.37760162353515, 18.46619987487793)
Arrival: EIN (51.4500999451, 5.374529838559999)
Route Type: International
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