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HAM → LGW
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamburg Airport (Hamburg) to London Gatwick Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Frisian Islands' unique geography and a high-probability panoramic view of the London skyline during the descent into Gatwick.
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Hamburg Harbor
An excellent view of the Elbe river and the massive container ships in the Hamburg port.
Wadden Sea
The UNESCO-listed tidal flats and the chain of West Frisian Islands like Texel and Terschelling.
Offshore Wind Farms
Large-scale renewable energy arrays visible as white dots in the turquoise North Sea.
London Skyline
Iconic views of The Shard, Tower Bridge, and Canary Wharf during the standard arrival route.
Thames Estuary
The widening mouth of the River Thames as the aircraft transitions from sea to land.
The right side is the 'landmark side' for this route. It offers the best chance to see the Frisian Islands. During the typical approach into Gatwick from the east, passengers on the right are treated to a spectacular view of central London to the north. Late afternoon flights provide beautiful lighting over the North Sea.
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Hamburg City Center
View of the Alster lakes and the historic Speicherstadt district shortly after takeoff.
Bremen
Clear views of the Weser river winding through the city of Bremen during initial cruise.
Rotterdam Port
The massive industrial landscape and container terminals of Europe's largest seaport.
Zeeland Delta
The intricate network of islands and the Dutch Delta Works flood barriers.
North Downs
The lush green ridges and rolling hills of the Surrey countryside on final approach.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. It provides the best perspective of the Dutch coastline and the sprawling port of Rotterdam. On departure from Hamburg (Runway 23), it offers the most direct view of the city center.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 743 km (462 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min
Departure: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Arrival: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)
Route Type: International
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