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MUC → CPH
Which side of the plane to sit from Munich Airport (Munich) to Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (Copenhagen)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more direct view of the Bavarian Alps during departure and a higher likelihood of seeing the Copenhagen city skyline and the scenic Danish coastline during the final approach.
Bavarian Alps Panorama
During the initial climb out of Munich, look south to see the majestic snow-capped peaks of the Alps in the distance.
Harz Mountains
Fly over the dense forests and granite peaks of the Harz National Park in central Germany.
Elbe River
Cross the winding Elbe River near the northern German plains, a major waterway leading to Hamburg.
Fehmarn Belt
The transition from mainland Europe to the Danish islands over the narrow strait of the Baltic Sea.
Copenhagen Skyline
On the standard approach to CPH, the left side frequently captures the historic center, including the Round Tower and Christiansborg.
Choose a window seat on the left (A) for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. During the descent, watch for the White Cliffs of Møn if the flight path takes a southeasterly route. This side is superior for viewing the city of Copenhagen if the plane lands from the south on runways 04L or 30.
Franconian Jura
View the rugged limestone plateaus and deep valleys north of the Danube river.
Berlin (Distanced)
On clear days, the distant skyline of Germany's capital, including the TV Tower, can often be spotted to the east.
Mecklenburg Lake District
The 'Land of a Thousand Lakes' in northeast Germany offers a patchwork of blue water and green forests.
Øresund Bridge
The iconic bridge-tunnel link between Denmark and Sweden is a highlight during the final descent.
Malmö & Swedish Coast
Clear views across the strait to the Turning Torso skyscraper and the Swedish coastline.
The right side (F/K) is exceptional for seeing the Øresund Bridge during the final seconds before touchdown, especially when landing from the north. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting on this side. Keep an eye out for the massive offshore wind farms in the Baltic Sea which appear as perfect grids on the water.
Distance: 810 km (503 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Arrival: CPH (55.617900848389, 12.656000137329)
Route Type: International
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