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LBA → DUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Leeds Bradford Airport (Leeds) to Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is preferred for its superior views of the North Holland coastline, the historic canal rings of Amsterdam, and the intricate lake systems of the central Netherlands before descending into the Rhine-Ruhr area.
Humber Estuary
Shortly after takeoff from Leeds, you can view the vast Humber Estuary and the silhouette of the Humber Bridge near Hull.
Dogger Bank Wind Farms
While crossing the North Sea, look for the massive clusters of offshore wind turbines appearing as white geometric patterns on the water.
North Holland Beaches
The aircraft typically makes landfall over the sandy dunes of Zandvoort and the sprawling coastal landscapes of the Netherlands.
Amsterdam Metropolitan Area
On a clear day, the distinct semi-circular canal structure of Amsterdam and the busy IJ waterway are visible to the north.
Utrechtse Heuvelrug
As the flight heads southeast, the wooded ridges and lakes around Utrecht provide a lush green contrast to the urban centers.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, providing better clarity for photography. Watch for the transition from the North Sea to the Dutch coastline around 35-40 minutes into the flight. If landing on Runway 23L, this side offers a sweeping view of the Düsseldorf city center just before touchdown.
Port of Rotterdam
View the immense scale of the Europoort and Maasvlakte, featuring thousands of shipping containers and massive tankers.
Rhine-Meuse Delta
Observe the complex network of rivers, canals, and dikes that define the geography of the southern Netherlands.
North Brabant Farmland
The landscape transforms into a tidy patchwork of agricultural fields and small villages near the city of Eindhoven.
Meuse River (Maas)
Follow the silver thread of the Meuse river as it winds its way toward the German border near the city of Venlo.
Merkur Spiel-Arena
On the final approach into DUS, the prominent silver roof of the city's major football stadium is often visible on this side.
The right side is exceptional during late afternoon flights for 'Golden Hour' views over the Dutch delta. However, be aware that the sun will be directly facing you on this side during southbound legs, which can cause significant glare. Keep an eye out for the massive industrial cooling towers of the Ruhr area as you cross into German airspace.
Distance: 637 km (396 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 4 min
Departure: LBA (53.86589813232422, -1.6605700254440308)
Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Route Type: International
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