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KRK → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Kraków John Paul II International Airport (Krakow) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of Krakow's historic center upon departure and a higher likelihood of spotting the London skyline and the Thames Estuary during the approach into Stansted.
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Krakow Old Town
Aerial view of Wawel Castle and the Main Market Square shortly after takeoff from KRK.
Sudetes Mountains
The rugged peaks of the Karkonosze range visible along the Polish-Czech border.
German Heartland
Dense forests and sprawling urban centers of Central Germany, including the Rhine-Ruhr area.
Port of Rotterdam
Massive shipping lanes and industrial infrastructure of Europe's largest seaport.
London Horizon
Iconic landmarks like The Shard and the O2 Arena can often be seen in the distance during descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, reducing glare. During the final 20 minutes of the flight, look south toward the Thames to catch glimpses of central London's skyscrapers before the plane turns north into Stansted.
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Silesian Industrial Zone
The vast industrial landscape of Katowice and surrounding mining towns.
Wrocław
The historic 'City of a Hundred Bridges' is often visible as you cross into western Poland.
Harz Mountains
The northernmost mountain range in Germany, known for its dense pine forests.
Wadden Sea Coast
The intricate network of sandbanks and islands along the Dutch and German coastlines.
East Anglian Coast
The cliffs and beaches of Suffolk and the rural landscapes of the Essex countryside.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun. Keep an eye out for the North Sea wind farms during the crossing, which look spectacular when the sun reflects off the water.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 1,379 km (857 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 50 min
Departure: KRK (50.077702, 19.7848)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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