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HAM → LHR
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamburg Airport (Hamburg) to London Heathrow Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the preferred choice for its unparalleled views of the London skyline, including the Shard and the London Eye, during the most common approach into Heathrow.
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Port of Hamburg
Clear views of the massive container terminals and the industrial Elbe river loops immediately after takeoff.
Dutch Coastline
Distant views of the Netherlands' dense urban grid and the busy shipping lanes of the southern North Sea.
Thames Estuary
The transition from the North Sea into the wide mouth of the Thames, featuring massive offshore wind farms.
Central London Skyline
On standard westerly arrivals, a front-row seat to Canary Wharf, the City, and the Shard.
South Bank
Iconic views of the London Eye and the Palace of Westminster just moments before touchdown.
Book a window seat on the left for the iconic 'London tour' on arrival. Flights typically land towards the west (Runway 27), passing directly over the city. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting on London's glass skyscrapers, while night flights provide a spectacular view of the city's illuminated grid.
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East Frisian Islands
A beautiful chain of sandy islands including Borkum and Norderney visible shortly after departure.
Wadden Sea
Unique aerial patterns of tidal flats and shifting sands along the German and Dutch coasts.
East Anglian Coast
The first sight of England usually features the rural landscapes of Norfolk or the Suffolk coastline.
Epping Forest
A large expanse of ancient woodland visible as the plane enters the London terminal maneuvering area.
Windsor Castle
Visible if the plane is landing towards the east (Runway 09), though this occurs less frequently.
The right side is ideal for nature lovers wanting to see the Frisian Islands and the North Sea coastline. It also avoids direct sun glare on morning flights. While you miss the main London skyline, you may get a view of Wembley Stadium or Windsor Castle depending on the specific arrival pattern and wind direction.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 745 km (463 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 15 min
Departure: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Arrival: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Route Type: International
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