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HHN → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt-Hahn Airport (Hahn) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route because it offers the potential for iconic views of the London skyline, the White Cliffs of Dover, and the historic Ardennes region of Belgium.
Hunsrück Landscape
Dense forests and deep valleys of the Rhineland-Palatinate immediately after takeoff.
The Ardennes
Rolling hills and historic forested terrain of Southern Belgium and Luxembourg.
White Cliffs of Dover
The iconic chalk cliffs of the English coastline often visible during the Channel crossing.
Thames Estuary
The massive waterway and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge at the Dartford Crossing.
London Skyline
On clear days during the descent, landmarks like The Shard and Canary Wharf are visible to the south.
Book a window seat ahead of the wing for the best views of the London skyline during the approach into Stansted. On late afternoon flights, the sun will be behind you, providing excellent lighting for photos of the English Channel and the Kent coastline. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Belgian border for the best views of the Ardennes.
Moselle Valley
Stunning views of the winding Moselle River and its world-famous steep-slope vineyards.
Brussels Metropolitan Area
The dense urban sprawl of the Belgian capital and its surrounding cities to the north.
Zeebrugge Port
Large-scale maritime activity and shipping lanes along the Belgian and Dutch coastlines.
North Sea Wind Farms
Impressive arrays of offshore wind turbines rising from the water during the sea crossing.
East Anglian Countryside
The patchwork of agricultural fields and small villages in Essex as the plane aligns for landing.
The right side offers the best views of the Moselle river loop shortly after departure from Hahn. During the flight, look for the 'The Gunfleet' wind farm in the North Sea. This side is often brighter during morning flights, so polarized sunglasses are recommended to cut through the glare over the water.
Distance: 537 km (334 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 54 min
Departure: HHN (49.9487, 7.263889999999999)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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