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KRK → MUC
Which side of the plane to sit from Kraków John Paul II International Airport (Krakow) to Munich Airport (Munich)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panorama of the Carpathian Mountains shortly after takeoff and a more dramatic perspective of the Alps during the approach into Bavaria.
Tatra Mountains
The highest range of the Carpathians, offering jagged granite peaks on the Polish-Slovak border.
Beskid Mountains
Dense forested ridges and deep valleys stretching across Southern Poland and Northern Slovakia.
Northern Limestone Alps
On clear days, the jagged skyline of the German and Austrian Alps dominates the southern horizon.
Lake Chiemsee
Known as the 'Bavarian Sea', this massive lake is often visible during the descent into Munich.
Book a seat on the left side (A) for sunset flights to enjoy the warm glow over the Alps. In winter, the snow-capped Tatras are a major highlight within the first 15 minutes of flight. Seats in front of the wing provide the clearest views of the mountain ranges without engine heat distortion.
Upper Silesian Industrial Region
A dense urban landscape of Katowice and surrounding cities, showing Poland's industrial heart.
Bohemian Basin
The historic landscape of the Czech Republic, featuring rolling hills and ancient settlement patterns.
Allianz Arena
The glowing 'inflatable' stadium is often visible on the right during a western approach to MUC.
Bavarian Farmsteads
Characteristic red-roofed villages and perfectly manicured agricultural plots of Lower Bavaria.
The right side (F) is best for views of Munich's city center and the Allianz Arena if the aircraft is landing towards the west (Runway 26). This side generally stays cooler during afternoon flights as it faces north, away from the direct sun.
Distance: 611 km (380 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 1 min
Departure: KRK (50.077702, 19.7848)
Arrival: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Route Type: International
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