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GDN → MUC
Which side of the plane to sit from Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (Gdansk) to Munich Airport (Munich)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the German landscape, including the massive open-pit mines of Lusatia and a high-probability view of the Allianz Arena and Munich's skyline during the final approach.
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Baltic Seaboard
A final look at the Polish coastline and the Hel Peninsula during the initial climb if the wind favors an eastward takeoff.
Lusatian Mines
The surreal, moon-like scale of the Welzow-Süd open-cast lignite mines near the German-Polish border.
Allianz Arena
Munich's iconic glowing football stadium is frequently visible on the right during the approach to runways 26L or 26R.
Munich Cityscape
Excellent views of the Olympic Park, the Frauenkirche towers, and the sprawling Bavarian capital just before touchdown.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct glare. It provides the best perspective of the massive industrial landscapes of Eastern Germany. For the best chance to see the Allianz Arena, hope for a 'West-landing' configuration (Runway 26). Ensure your window is clean as the descent into Munich offers great photography opportunities of the city layout.
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Kashubian Lake District
Lush post-glacial landscapes with deep blue lakes and dense pine forests shortly after departure from Gdansk.
Wrocław Panorama
Views of the Oder River winding through the 'City of a Hundred Bridges' if the flight path tracks slightly east.
Dresden Elbe Valley
The historic center of Dresden and the winding Elbe River are often visible as you cross into Saxony.
Distant Alpine Chain
On clear days during the descent, the jagged peaks of the Bavarian Alps dominate the southern horizon.
Sit on the left for softer morning light when flying south. This side is better for spotting the high-altitude horizon of the Alps during the final 20 minutes of flight. Look for the distinctive Elbe River loop near Dresden roughly halfway through the journey.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 814 km (506 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: GDN (54.37760162353515, 18.46619987487793)
Arrival: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Route Type: International
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