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KTW → DTM
Which side of the plane to sit from Katowice International Airport (Katowice) to Dortmund Airport (Dortmund)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior mix of natural geography, including the Sudetes mountain range and the lush Thuringian Forest, alongside historic cityscapes like Dresden.
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Sudetes Mountains
Stunning views of the Karkonosze range along the Polish-Czech border shortly after departure.
Dresden and Elbe River
A clear view of the historic 'Florence on the Elbe' and its distinctive river bends.
Thuringian Forest
Dense, rolling green hills of one of Germany's most famous forest regions mid-flight.
Wartburg Castle
A glimpse of the UNESCO World Heritage site perched above the town of Eisenach.
Rothaar Mountains
The scenic highlands of the Sauerland region during the initial descent into Dortmund.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun. This side is particularly scenic in winter when the Sudetes and Thuringian peaks are snow-capped. Watch for the Elbe river as a navigational landmark halfway through.
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Wrocław
Excellent views of the 'City of a Hundred Bridges' and the winding Odra River shortly after takeoff.
Legnica Copper Basin
A massive industrial landscape visible as you cross Western Poland towards the border.
Leipzig
The large urban sprawl of Leipzig, including the prominent Monument to the Battle of the Nations.
Harz Mountains
Distant views of the Brocken peak, the highest point in Northern Germany, to the north of the flight path.
Dortmund Skyline
Views of the Florianturm and Signal Iduna Park stadium on the final approach into DTM.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, providing great lighting for photos of Wrocław and Leipzig. Look out for the numerous lakes surrounding Leipzig which sparkle under clear skies.
Book Hotels in DortmundDistance: 810 km (503 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: KTW (50.4743, 19.08)
Arrival: DTM (51.518299102799986, 7.61223983765)
Route Type: International
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