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GWT → ZRH
Which side of the plane to sit from Westerland Sylt Airport (Westerland) to Zürich Airport (Zurich)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers superior views of the Frisian Islands upon departure and a stunning panorama of the Black Forest and Jura Mountains during the descent into Zurich.
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North Frisian Islands
Spectacular aerial views of Amrum, Föhr, and the Halligen islands surrounded by sea.
Heligoland View
On clear days, the iconic red cliffs of Heligoland are visible on the distant horizon.
Weser River Estuary
The industrial beauty of the ports near Bremen and the mouth of the Weser river.
Black Forest
Dense evergreen canopy of the Schwarzwald stretching across southwestern Germany.
Jura Mountains
The characteristic folded ridges of the Jura range during the initial descent phase.
Zurich City & Lake
Dramatic views of the city center and the long, narrow Lake Zurich during the final approach.
The right side is unbeatable for late afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the North Sea. On arrival into ZRH, this side usually offers the classic view of the city and the lake during the final turn toward the runway.
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Wadden Sea UNESCO Site
Intricate tidal channels and sandbanks visible immediately after takeoff from Sylt.
Hamburg & Elbe
Panoramic view of Germany's largest port and the winding Elbe river system.
Harz Mountains
The dark, forested peaks of northern Germany's highest range appearing mid-flight.
Lake Constance
The massive expanse of the 'Bodensee' marking the border between Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Säntis Peak
The prominent limestone massif of the Alpstein region as you enter Swiss airspace.
Sit on the left for the best morning light and to see the unique geometric patterns of the Wadden Sea. During the descent, this side often provides a clearer view of Lake Constance and the eastern Swiss Alps.
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Get eSIMs for SwitzerlandDistance: 828 km (514 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: GWT (54.9132003784, 8.34047031403)
Arrival: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Route Type: International
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