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HHN → RIX
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt-Hahn Airport (Hahn) to Riga International Airport (Riga)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the German and Polish Baltic coastlines, the unique Curonian Spit, and a scenic approach over the Gulf of Riga.
Berlin Area
Distant views of the sprawling German capital and its surrounding lakes if the flight path tracks slightly north.
Usedom & Rügen Islands
Iconic white sand beaches and chalk cliffs along the German Baltic coast.
Gdańsk Bay
Vibrant views of the Tricity area (Gdańsk, Gdynia, Sopot) and the Hel Peninsula's thin sand strip.
Curonian Spit
A UNESCO-listed 98km-long thin curved sand-dune spit separating the Curonian Lagoon from the Baltic Sea.
Gulf of Riga
Blue maritime views as the aircraft begins its descent into Latvia over the shallow coastal waters.
Sit on the left for glare-free photography during morning flights as the sun remains on the southern side. Look out for the Hel Peninsula and Curonian Spit roughly 30-40 minutes before landing; they are the geographic highlights of the trip. During the descent, the Jurmala coastline is often visible.
Moselle Valley
Immediately after takeoff from HHN, view the winding river and steep-sloped vineyards of the Hunsrück region.
Harz Mountains
The northernmost mountain range in Germany, featuring Brocken peak, visible if the flight path is southerly.
Masurian Lake District
An incredible landscape of over 2,000 lakes in northeastern Poland, appearing as shimmering patches from above.
Lithuanian Boreal Forests
Dense, deep green pine and spruce forests stretching across the Baltic interior.
Riga Old Town
On the final approach to RIX, the right side often gets a glimpse of the Daugava River and the city's historic spires.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to witness the sunset over Central Europe. Pay close attention while over Poland to spot the Masurian lakes; they are particularly beautiful when reflecting the late afternoon sun. Keep your camera ready for the Daugava River bridges just before touchdown.
Distance: 1,346 km (836 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 48 min
Departure: HHN (49.9487, 7.263889999999999)
Arrival: RIX (56.92359924316406, 23.971099853515625)
Route Type: International
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