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MAN → GDN
Which side of the plane to sit from Manchester Airport (Manchester) to Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (Gdansk)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the clear winner for its unparalleled views of the Baltic Sea horizon and the spectacular Hel Peninsula during the final approach into Gdańsk.
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North Sea Crossing
Expansive views of the deep blue North Sea shortly after departing the UK coast.
Frisian Islands
A chain of islands stretching along the Dutch and German coasts, visible as distinct sandy arcs.
Hel Peninsula
The most iconic landmark of the region, a 35km-long sand spit separating the Bay of Puck from the Baltic Sea.
Port of Gdynia
Industrial views of one of the Baltic's most significant shipping hubs during the descent.
Baltic Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the northern horizon, often featuring beautiful gradients during morning or evening flights.
The highlight of this flight is the Hel Peninsula; sit on the left to see this unique geographical formation as you approach Gdańsk from the north or west. This side also avoids direct sun glare on morning departures from Manchester. During winter, the coastline often features dramatic ice formations near the shore.
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Humber Estuary
Views of the industrial landscape around Hull and the massive Humber Bridge shortly after takeoff.
Hamburg & Elbe River
On clear days, the massive port of Hamburg and the winding Elbe River are visible to the south.
Szczecin Lagoon
The large water body on the German-Polish border, surrounded by dense greenery.
Kashubian Lake District
A scenic region of rolling hills, deep forests, and hundreds of glacial lakes in Northern Poland.
Gdańsk Old Town
Depending on the wind direction, you may see the historic red-brick architecture and the Motława River on final approach.
The right side is excellent for inland geography. If the flight path takes a more southerly route over Germany, you can spot major urban centers. Upon landing, look for the 'Solidarity' cranes in the Gdańsk shipyard. Late afternoon flights provide warm, golden light over the Polish forests on this side.
Book Hotels in GdanskDistance: 1,360 km (845 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 49 min
Departure: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Arrival: GDN (54.37760162353515, 18.46619987487793)
Route Type: International
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