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MUC → ATL
Which side of the plane to sit from Munich Airport (Munich) to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a front-row seat to the most dramatic scenery on this transatlantic crossing, including the jagged glaciers of Greenland and the rugged wilderness of the Canadian Maritimes, usually with indirect lighting that is perfect for photography.
The North Sea
Views of the busy shipping lanes and offshore wind farms off the coasts of Germany and the Netherlands.
Greenland Ice Sheet
A stunning view of massive glaciers, deep fjords, and icebergs floating in the North Atlantic waters.
Newfoundland and Labrador
The rugged, rocky coastline and vast, uninhabited boreal forests of Eastern Canada.
St. Lawrence River
The massive waterway that serves as the gateway to the Great Lakes, often visible near the Quebec border.
Great Lakes Region
Views of Lake Ontario or Lake Erie and the surrounding industrial landscapes of the American Midwest.
This side is superior because it avoids the harsh southern sun. Approximately 4 to 5 hours after takeoff from Munich, keep a close watch for the Greenland coast; the ice formations are breathtaking. During the winter months, this side also offers a slim chance of seeing the Aurora Borealis if the flight is slightly delayed into the evening hours.
London and Southern England
Aerial views of the Thames estuary and the southern English countryside as you exit European airspace.
US East Coast Skylines
Distant views of major metropolitan areas like Boston or New York City if the flight path follows the Atlantic coastline.
The Blue Ridge Mountains
The beautiful, hazy peaks of the Appalachian range as the plane begins its descent into the American South.
Atlanta Metropolitan Area
Expansive views of the 'City in a Forest' during the final approach into Hartsfield-Jackson.
Since this is a westbound flight, the sun will be positioned to the south, meaning the left side will experience significant glare and heat for most of the journey. Keep your window shade down during the mid-portion of the flight over the ocean to stay cool, but open it as you cross over the US East Coast to spot the Appalachian ridges.
Distance: 7,702 km (4,786 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 4 min
Departure: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Arrival: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Route Type: International
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