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GLA → DUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Glasgow International Airport (Glasgow) to Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the Scottish Southern Uplands during departure and a more scenic approach over the Dutch coastline and the Rhine river into Düsseldorf.
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River Clyde & Paisley
Direct views of the winding River Clyde and the historic town of Paisley immediately after takeoff.
Southern Uplands
A birds-eye view of the patchwork fields, sheep farms, and moorlands of the Scottish Borders.
Zeeland Delta
The intricate series of islands, dams, and bridges making up the Dutch flood defense systems along the coast.
The Rhine River
The iconic winding path of the Rhine as it snakes through the North Rhine-Westphalia landscape.
Düsseldorf Altstadt
A clear view of the Rhine Tower, the Media Harbour, and the historic Old Town during the final approach.
The right side is highly recommended for the landing phase; if the plane approaches from the west, you will fly directly over the Rhine. Look out for the massive Garzweiler open-cast mine just west of the city, which looks like a giant crater in the earth. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for the Dutch and German landscapes.
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Glasgow City Center
Excellent views of the Clyde river, the 'Squinty Bridge', and the Glasgow city grid shortly after takeoff from GLA.
Campsie Fells
Green rolling hills and volcanic plateaus situated just north of the city visible during the initial climb.
Northumberland Coast
Rugged cliffs and long sandy beaches along the northeastern English coast before crossing the North Sea.
Rotterdam Port
The massive industrial landscape of the Maasvlakte and the Europort, one of the world's largest shipping hubs.
The Ruhr Valley
The dense industrial and urban sprawl of the Essen and Dortmund metropolitan areas during the final descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. Keep an eye out for the massive offshore wind farms scattered across the North Sea, which appear like white dots on the blue water.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 896 km (557 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: GLA (55.8718986511, -4.43306016922)
Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Route Type: International
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