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KRK → BHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Kraków John Paul II International Airport (Krakow) to Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers the iconic departure view of Kraków's historic center and the unique coastal geometry of the Frisian Islands before providing a grand entry over the English Midlands.
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Kraków Old Town
Stunning views of the Vistula river, Wawel Castle, and the historic city center immediately after departure.
Hamburg & Elbe Estuary
On a typical northerly track, the massive port of Hamburg and the wide Elbe River emptying into the sea are visible.
West Frisian Islands
A beautiful chain of islands and sandbanks along the Dutch coast, creating a unique pattern in the North Sea.
The Fens
The flat, reclaimed marshlands of East Anglia with their distinct geometric drainage patterns and agricultural fields.
Birmingham Skyline
During the final approach, the city's modern skyscrapers and the iconic silver-disked Selfridges building are often prominent.
Book a morning flight to keep the sun on the left side, providing perfect lighting for photos of the Dutch coastline. If the plane lands on Runway 33 (the most common direction), the right side offers a spectacular view of the Birmingham city center during the banking turn for the final approach.
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Upper Silesian Industrial Region
Expansive views of Poland's industrial heartland and the urban sprawl of Katowice shortly after takeoff.
Harz Mountains
The northernmost mountain range in Germany, featuring the Brocken peak, often visible in central Germany.
Rhine-Ruhr Metropolis
A dense urban tapestry of Essen, Dortmund, and the winding Rhine River appearing on the southern horizon.
Coventry Cathedral
On the descent into BHX, the distinct ruins and modern spire of Coventry are often visible to the south.
Arden Forest
The lush green landscapes of Warwickshire and the ancient Forest of Arden as the plane enters its final descent.
Keep an eye out for the industrial landscape of the Ruhr valley in mid-flight. In the winter, the Harz mountains on this side are often snow-capped. On clear days, you may even spot the distant peaks of the Sudetes mountains near the Polish-Czech border early in the flight.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 1,515 km (941 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 1 min
Departure: KRK (50.077702, 19.7848)
Arrival: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Route Type: International
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