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NUE → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Nuremberg Airport (Nuernberg) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this short hop, offering views of the iconic Frankfurt skyline on the most common landing patterns and better visibility of the Würzburg vineyards.
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Erlangen & Regnitz Valley
Clear views of the university city and the industrial corridors north of Nuremberg.
Franconian Switzerland
Distant limestone formations and dramatic rocky outcrops characterizing this unique terrain.
Würzburg & Main River
The meandering Main river and the UNESCO World Heritage Residenz surrounded by steep vineyards.
Kinzig Valley
A historic transport corridor leading through the Spessart and towards the Rhine-Main basin.
Frankfurt Skyline
The most famous banking district towers in Germany, best seen when landing towards the West (Runway 25).
The right side is the most strategic choice for spotting the Frankfurt skyscrapers during descent, which happens quickly on this short 30-40 minute flight. Choose this side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography of the Main river.
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Nuremberg Old Town
Visible immediately after takeoff, providing a bird's-eye view of the Kaiserburg and historic city wall.
Steigerwald Nature Park
Dense, ancient beech forests and rolling hills of the Franconian landscape.
Spessart Forest
A vast, continuous forest area known for its deep valleys and historic oak trees.
Aschaffenburg
The 'Bavarian Nice' can often be spotted along the Main river before entering Hessian airspace.
Odenwald Foothills
The southern horizon is dominated by the gentle peaks of the Odenwald mountain range.
Sit on the left for the best views of Nuremberg's city center during departure. This side is also preferable if the wind is blowing from the east (Runway 07 in use at FRA), as the skyline will then appear on the left during the final turn.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 190 km (118 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 19 min
Departure: NUE (49.498699, 11.078056)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: Domestic
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