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HAJ โ BHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Hannover Airport (Hannover) to Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Dutch coastline, the iconic city of Amsterdam, and the major shipping ports of the UK's east coast.
Teutoburg Forest
A long, narrow ridge of dense woodland that marks the historic site of ancient battles in Northwest Germany.
Amsterdam & IJsselmeer
Clear views of the Dutch capital's canal rings and the massive reclaimed land of the Flevoland polder.
Dutch Coastline
The long, sandy stretches of Zandvoort and the North Sea dunes before the water crossing.
Felixstowe Port
The UK's busiest container port, easily identifiable by the bright red cranes and massive cargo ships.
Cambridge University
The historic spires and college courtyards of the world-famous university city are often visible on the descent.
This side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the North Sea. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Dutch coast for the best urban photography of Amsterdam and the IJsselmeer dikes.
Mรผnsterland Agriculture
Geometric patterns of German farmland and traditional Westphalian farmsteads shortly after takeoff.
Port of Rotterdam
A vast industrial panorama of the world's largest port outside East Asia, featuring massive container terminals.
Zeeland Delta Works
The intricate network of dams, sluices, and bridges designed to protect the Netherlands from the North Sea.
Northamptonshire Countryside
The classic 'green and pleasant land' of the English Midlands with its patchwork fields and stone villages.
Sit on this side for better lighting during morning flights as the sun will be behind you. Look for the massive storm surge barriers in the Dutch delta which are particularly impressive from high altitude.
Distance: 774 km (481 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 17 min
Departure: HAJ (52.461101532, 9.68507957458)
Arrival: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Route Type: International
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