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LBA β CPH
Which side of the plane to sit from Leeds Bradford Airport (Leeds) to Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (Copenhagen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of engineering and geographical landmarks, including the Humber Estuary, the Great Belt Bridge, and the iconic Oresund Bridge during the descent into Copenhagen.
Leeds & Bradford
Aerial perspective of the West Yorkshire urban corridor and its industrial heritage during climb-out.
Humber Estuary
The massive silty mouth of the River Humber and the distinctive silhouette of the Humber Bridge.
Spurn Point
A unique, curved sand spit that reaches out into the North Sea at the mouth of the Humber.
Hornsea Wind Farm
View of some of the world's largest offshore wind arrays appearing as white dots on the blue sea.
Great Belt Bridge
The spectacular 18km link between the islands of Funen and Zealand, an engineering marvel.
Oresund Bridge
During the final approach to CPH, you can often see the bridge connecting Denmark and Sweden.
The right side is essential for bridge enthusiasts; keep your camera ready about 15 minutes before landing for the Great Belt Bridge. On landing, if the plane approaches from the east, you will get an unparalleled view of the Oresund Bridge and the artificial island of Peberholm.
Yorkshire Dales
Rolling green hills and limestone scars of the Pennines immediately after takeoff from LBA.
North York Moors
Vast stretches of purple heather moorland visible as the plane tracks toward the coast.
Whitby Coastline
The dramatic cliffs of the North Yorkshire coast where the Moors meet the North Sea.
The North Sea
Expansive views of the deep blue water, often dotted with shipping vessels and gas platforms.
Jutland West Coast
The first sight of Denmark featuring long sandy beaches and the RingkΓΈbing Fjord lagoon.
Aarhus
A view of Denmark's second-largest city and its bustling port along the Kattegat sea.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun. This side is better for spotting the rugged Yorkshire coastline and the northern parts of the Danish peninsula. Watch for the change in water color as you approach the shallower Danish coastal shelf.
Distance: 938 km (583 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min
Departure: LBA (53.86589813232422, -1.6605700254440308)
Arrival: CPH (55.617900848389, 12.656000137329)
Route Type: International
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