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MAN → HAM
Which side of the plane to sit from Manchester Airport (Manchester) to Hamburg Airport (Hamburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a more scenic descent, capturing the massive industrial scale of the Port of Hamburg and the iconic city skyline including the Elbphilharmonie during common approach patterns.
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Peak District
Dramatic views of the national park's ridges and reservoirs immediately following departure from Manchester.
Humber Bridge
One of the longest suspension bridges in the world, visible as the flight path crosses the eastern English coast.
Port of Hamburg
Europe's third-largest container port with its distinctive yellow cranes and massive cargo ships.
Alster Lakes
The Binnenalster and Aussenalster lakes located in the heart of Hamburg's city center during final approach.
The right side is essential for viewing the Port of Hamburg, especially if landing on Runway 05. For afternoon flights, the sun will be behind you or directly above, providing excellent lighting for photos of the German coastline and the city's architecture.
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Yorkshire Wolds
Lush rolling hills and agricultural landscapes as the flight leaves the British mainland near the Humber Estuary.
Spurn Point
A unique and narrow sand spit curving into the North Sea at the mouth of the Humber River.
East Frisian Islands
A beautiful chain of German islands including Borkum and Norderney visible as you cross the coastline.
Elbe Estuary
The expansive mouth of the Elbe river meeting the North Sea, marking the entry into German airspace.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare while crossing the North Sea. This side offers better views of the Frisian island chain during the initial descent phase into Hamburg.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 811 km (504 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Arrival: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Route Type: International
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