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GDN → ZRH
Which side of the plane to sit from Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (Gdansk) to Zürich Airport (Zurich)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior panoramic view of the Alps as you approach Switzerland, along with the scenic Sudetes and the southern shore of Lake Constance.
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Wrocław
Views of the historic city center and the Odra River winding through southwestern Poland.
Sudetes Mountains
The mountain range forming the natural border between Poland and the Czech Republic.
Prague Skyline
On clear days, the spires of the Czech capital are visible to the south as the flight transits Central Europe.
The Alps
Breathtaking views of the high peaks of the Austrian and Swiss Alps during the final 30 minutes of flight.
Lake Constance
The southern expanse of the Bodensee, including the Austrian and Swiss coastlines near Bregenz.
Choose a window seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Alpine range. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind the aircraft, highlighting the mountain peaks without lens flare. Watch closely about 20 minutes before landing for the first glimpse of the high Alps.
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Drawsko Lakeland
The lush greenery and scattered lakes of western Poland shortly after takeoff from Gdansk.
Dresden
The Elbe River valley and the historic architecture of this prominent German city are often visible.
Leipzig
Aerial views of the largest city in Saxony and its surrounding industrial and residential landscapes.
Black Forest
The dense evergreen canopy of the Schwarzwald visible as the aircraft enters southwestern Germany.
Zurich City
A clear view of the Swiss financial hub and the northern tip of Lake Zurich during many northern approach patterns.
The right side is optimal if the flight path tracks further west over Germany, providing better views of Dresden and the Black Forest. For landing at ZRH, this side often sees the city and lake during specific northern arrival patterns. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting for photography on this side.
Book Hotels in ZurichDistance: 1,034 km (642 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: GDN (54.37760162353515, 18.46619987487793)
Arrival: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Route Type: International
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