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MAN → KRK
Which side of the plane to sit from Manchester Airport (Manchester) to Kraków John Paul II International Airport (Krakow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panoramic experience, featuring the rugged Peak District at takeoff and the stunning Tatra Mountains on the southern horizon during the approach into Krakow.
Peak District National Park
Immediately after departure from MAN, enjoy views of the dark peaks and rolling moorlands.
Randstad Conurbation
The dense urban network of Amsterdam, Utrecht, and Rotterdam visible from high altitude.
Harz Mountains
The highest mountain range in Northern Germany, covered in dense dark forests.
Upper Silesian Industrial Region
A massive urban landscape around Katowice, marking the transition into Southern Poland.
Tatra Mountains
On clear days during descent, the snow-capped peaks of the High Tatras are visible to the south.
The right side is the 'sunny side' on this eastbound route; bring sunglasses. For the best view of the Tatras, look out about 15-20 minutes before landing. Avoid seats directly over the wing to ensure the ground remains visible during the banking turn into KRK.
Humber Estuary
The distinct shape of the estuary and the city of Hull as you leave the English coast.
North Sea Shipping Lanes
Aerial view of cargo vessels and expansive offshore wind farms near the Dutch coast.
West Frisian Islands
The string of sandy islands protecting the Dutch coastline and the Wadden Sea.
Northern German Plains
Vast stretches of agricultural land and the distant urban sprawl of Hamburg or Berlin.
Greater Poland Fields
The characteristic long, narrow strip-farming patterns unique to the Polish countryside.
Sit on the left for softer, indirect light during midday flights, which is ideal for photography without glare. Look out for the Dutch coastline approximately 40 minutes into the flight for the best maritime views.
Distance: 1,556 km (967 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 4 min
Departure: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Arrival: KRK (50.077702, 19.7848)
Route Type: International
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