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KRK → LBA
Which side of the plane to sit from Kraków John Paul II International Airport (Krakow) to Leeds Bradford Airport (Leeds)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic scenery, featuring the North Sea islands, the rugged English coastline, and the historical landscape of Yorkshire during descent.
Harz Mountains
The northernmost mountain range in Germany, featuring the prominent Brocken peak.
East Frisian Islands
A stunning chain of barrier islands off the German coast, surrounded by the unique Wadden Sea tidal flats.
Humber Estuary
The massive scale of the Humber bridge and the industrial ports of Hull as you cross the UK coastline.
York Minster
One of the world's most magnificent cathedrals is frequently visible during the descent into Leeds.
Yorkshire Wolds
The patchwork of green fields and rolling chalk hills characteristic of the northern English countryside.
The right side is essential for viewing the Frisian Islands and the dramatic arrival over the East Yorkshire coast. For the best photography, a seat behind the wing is recommended to capture the Yorkshire landscape against the aircraft's profile during landing.
Sudetes Mountains
Aerial views of the Karkonosze range and the Śnieżka peak along the Polish-Czech border shortly after takeoff.
Wrocław
The 'City of a Hundred Bridges' is often visible to the south, with the Odra River snaking through its center.
Thuringian Forest
Dense green canopies and rolling hills of central Germany providing a lush backdrop mid-flight.
Southern North Sea
Expansive blue views as the flight transitions from mainland Europe toward the British Isles.
To avoid harsh glare and improve visibility, choose the left side for morning flights. Look out for the distinct industrial layout of the Ruhr region far to the south during the mid-portion of the journey.
Distance: 1,522 km (946 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 2 min
Departure: KRK (50.077702, 19.7848)
Arrival: LBA (53.86589813232422, -1.6605700254440308)
Route Type: International
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