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HAM → VIE
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamburg Airport (Hamburg) to Vienna International Airport (Vienna)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Hamburg skyline during takeoff and a high probability of seeing the Vienna city center and the Danube during the final approach, along with the striking Saxon Switzerland rock formations mid-flight.
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Hamburg Harbor & Elbe
Aerial view of the Elbphilharmonie, the massive container terminals, and the winding Elbe river during initial climb.
Dresden Elbe Valley
The historic 'Florence on the Elbe' and its baroque architecture are often visible on the path toward the Czech border.
Saxon Switzerland
Dramatic sandstone cliffs and deep canyons of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains near the German-Czech border.
Prague
On many flight paths, the Vltava river and the red roofs of the Czech capital can be seen in the distance to the east.
Vienna City View
Stunning views of the Prater, St. Stephen's Cathedral, and the Donauturm when approaching VIE from the north or west.
Sit on the left for the best chance of seeing Vienna's historic center during the descent. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be on the opposite side of the aircraft, reducing glare for photography. If the plane lands on Runway 16, the left side provides a direct view of the city.
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Lüneburg Heath
Expansive purple heathlands and dense forests just south of Hamburg shortly after takeoff.
Leipzig
Views of the Monument to the Battle of the Nations and the industrial landscape of eastern Germany.
Ore Mountains
The Erzgebirge mountain range forms a natural border between Germany and the Czech Republic with lush green slopes.
The Danube River
The river becomes a prominent landmark as you cross from Upper Austria into the Vienna basin.
The Alps
On clear days, the snow-capped Northern Limestone Alps are visible on the distant southern horizon during the cruise phase.
Choose the right side if you prefer distant mountain horizons; the Alps are visible to the south throughout the second half of the flight. For late afternoon flights, be aware that the sun will be on this side, which may require closing the window shade to avoid direct heat and glare.
Book Hotels in ViennaDistance: 767 km (477 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 17 min
Departure: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Arrival: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Route Type: International
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