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KRK → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Kraków John Paul II International Airport (Krakow) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior urban views, including the historic center of Dresden and a high likelihood of seeing the famous Frankfurt skyline during the standard approach into FRA.
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Silesian Metropolis
The industrial heartland of Poland, featuring the dense urban sprawl of Katowice and surrounding cities.
Wroclaw
The 'City of a Hundred Bridges' is visible with its distinct red-roofed Old Town and Odra River loops.
Elbe River & Dresden
A magnificent view of the winding Elbe river and the reconstructed architectural gems of central Dresden.
Frankfurt Skyline
On the most common westerly approach (Runway 25), the right side offers a direct view of the 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers.
The right side is essential for photographers wanting the Frankfurt skyline. On evening flights, the sunset reflections on the Odra and Elbe rivers are spectacular. Ensure you are not over the wing to capture the descent into the Main valley.
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Beskids & Tatra Foothills
Immediately after takeoff, enjoy views of the rolling mountain ranges along the Polish-Slovak border.
Ore Mountains
The Erzgebirge range provides a scenic natural border between Germany and the Czech Republic with deep valleys.
Thuringian Forest
A dense, continuous stretch of green hills and ridges spanning across central Germany.
Wartburg Castle
Visible near Eisenach, this historic UNESCO site sits prominently on a cliffside.
Sit toward the front of the cabin to avoid the wing for the best views of the Thuringian Forest. During winter, the snow-covered peaks of the Beskids are particularly striking shortly after departure from Krakow.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 800 km (497 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: KRK (50.077702, 19.7848)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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