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LBA → KRK
Which side of the plane to sit from Leeds Bradford Airport (Leeds) to Kraków John Paul II International Airport (Krakow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route as it provides a front-row seat to the Harz Mountains in Germany and the spectacular Tatra Mountains on the approach into Kraków.
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The Pennines
The 'backbone of England' visible to the southwest immediately after takeoff.
Randstad Region
The densely populated urban network of the Netherlands including the Rhine-Meuse-Scheldt delta.
Harz National Park
The highest mountain range in Northern Germany featuring Brocken peak and dense forests.
Wroclaw
The 'City of 100 Bridges' with its historic center and islands along the Oder River.
Tatra Mountains
Breathtaking views of the jagged, snow-capped peaks on the Polish-Slovakian border during descent.
The right side is the prime choice for the final approach into KRK. Pilots often circle the city to the south, providing a view of the Beskid foothills. In winter, the snow-covered peaks of the Tatras are a major highlight and are best seen in the late afternoon sun.
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Yorkshire Wolds
Lush green rolling hills of East Yorkshire shortly after departing Leeds Bradford.
Wadden Sea
View of the unique intertidal sand and mud flats along the Dutch and German coastline.
Berlin Skyline
On a northernly flight corridor, the sprawl of the German capital is visible to the north.
Oder River
The winding water border between Germany and Poland stretching toward the Baltic.
Lodz
The central Polish city known for its historic textile industry and unique red-brick architecture.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography. Watch for the intricate geometry of the Dutch polders and the flat, lake-dotted landscapes of northern Germany. On clear days, the Baltic Sea may be visible in the distance.
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Get eSIMs for PolandDistance: 1,522 km (946 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 2 min
Departure: LBA (53.86589813232422, -1.6605700254440308)
Arrival: KRK (50.077702, 19.7848)
Route Type: International
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