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KTW → HHN
Which side of the plane to sit from Katowice International Airport (Katowice) to Frankfurt-Hahn Airport (Hahn)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a more scenic perspective of the mountainous regions separating Poland, Czechia, and Germany, including the Sudetes and the Thuringian Forest, followed by the dramatic terrain near the Rhine.
Sudetes Mountains
Stunning views of the Karkonosze range and Sniezka peak shortly after departure from Katowice.
Ore Mountains
The dense evergreen forests of the Erzgebirge stretching along the border between Germany and Czechia.
Thuringian Forest
A continuous belt of rolling green hills and deep valleys providing a lush landscape mid-flight.
Rhine Gorge Area
As you descend towards Hahn, catch glimpses of the steep, castle-dotted valley of the Middle Rhine.
Opt for an afternoon flight to see the landscape bathed in soft light without direct sun glare. During winter months, the Sudetes are frequently snow-covered, providing exceptional contrast for photography. Watch for the Rhine river crossing about 15 minutes before landing.
Wrocław Cityscape
A distant view of the historic 'City of a Hundred Bridges' and the Odra River winding through the plains.
Dresden Skyline
The Elbe River valley and the reconstructed domes of Dresden's historic center visible from high altitude.
Erfurt and Gotha
The dense urban clusters of the Thuringian Basin featuring traditional European city layouts.
Frankfurt Skyline
On clear days, the high-rise cluster of Germany's financial capital 'Mainhattan' is visible to the north during descent.
The right side is excellent for spotting major urban centers and the expansive agricultural plains of Central Germany. If landing from the east, you may get a wide-angle view of the Hunsrück mountains. Use a polarizing filter on your camera to cut through the atmospheric haze common over the industrial heartlands.
Distance: 842 km (523 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: KTW (50.4743, 19.08)
Arrival: HHN (49.9487, 7.263889999999999)
Route Type: International
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