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LEJ → MUC
Which side of the plane to sit from Leipzig/Halle Airport (Leipzig) to Munich Airport (Munich)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the historic Ore Mountains and a direct sightline of Regensburg and the winding Danube River before the final approach into Munich.
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Leipzig Cityscape
Aerial view of the Red Bull Arena and the Monument to the Battle of the Nations immediately after takeoff.
Ore Mountains
Rugged ridgelines of the Erzgebirge forming the natural border between Germany and the Czech Republic.
Upper Palatinate Forest
Vast stretches of dense evergreen forests and granite rock formations in Eastern Bavaria.
Regensburg
The UNESCO World Heritage old town and the Stone Bridge crossing the Danube River.
Lower Bavarian Hills
Characteristic patchwork of agricultural fields and traditional Bavarian hamlets during the descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography. Keep an eye out for the distinct loop of the Danube river near Regensburg about 15 minutes before landing. In winter, the Ore Mountains provide a stunning snow-capped vista.
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Thuringian Forest
Views of the scenic Rennsteig ridge and deep valleys of the Thuringian mountain range.
Nuremberg
A sprawling view of the historic Imperial Castle and the Pegnitz River flowing through the city center.
Franconian Jura
Unique limestone plateaus and dramatic white rock outcrops typical of this region.
Ingolstadt
The major industrial hub on the Danube, home to the massive Audi automotive production complex.
The Alpine Chain
On clear days, the entire northern range of the Alps appears as a jagged white wall on the southern horizon.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the rolling hills of Franconia. During the final descent, watch for the Allianz Arena (FC Bayern stadium), which glows brightly at night. High-altitude visibility is key for seeing the distant Alps.
Book Hotels in MunichDistance: 343 km (213 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 34 min
Departure: LEJ (51.423889, 12.236389)
Arrival: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Route Type: Domestic
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