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HAM â BRS
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamburg Airport (Hamburg) to Bristol Airport (Bristol)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the North Sea coastline and a dramatic final approach over the Severn Estuary and the iconic bridges connecting England to Wales.
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East Frisian Islands
A chain of barrier islands off the coast of Germany and the Netherlands, surrounded by the Wadden Sea.
North Sea Wind Farms
Massive offshore renewable energy arrays visible as clusters of white dots in the open ocean.
The Wash
A large, shallow bay on the east coast of England known for its unique tidal mudflats and wildlife.
Severn Bridges
The Prince of Wales Bridge and the M48 Severn Bridge are usually visible during the final turn into Bristol.
South Wales Coast
Views across the estuary to Newport and the Cardiff skyline before the final landing alignment.
The right side is essential for seeing the Severn Estuary during the descent. In the morning, you will have the sun behind you, illuminating the UK coastline. Look out for the distinct 'V' shape of The Wash as you cross from the sea to land over East Anglia.
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Hamburg City Center
Aerial views of the Alster lakes and the historic Speicherstadt district shortly after takeoff.
Port of Hamburg
One of Europe's largest ports, featuring massive container terminals and the Elbe river loops.
Dutch Polders
The intricate geometric patterns of reclaimed land and canals in the Northern Netherlands.
The Cotswolds
An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty featuring rolling green hills and patchwork fields in Central England.
Bath
The UNESCO World Heritage city, visible for its unique honey-colored stone and the Royal Crescent on descent.
Sit on the left for the best views of Hamburg's urban landscape during departure. For afternoon flights, this side will be in the shade, providing better conditions for photography of the English countryside without glare.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 894 km (556 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Arrival: BRS (51.382702, -2.71909)
Route Type: International
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