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NYO → KRK
Which side of the plane to sit from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (Stockholm) to Kraków John Paul II International Airport (Krakow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning departure over the Swedish coast and the most iconic views of Krakow's historic center and the Vistula river during the landing approach.
Stockholm Archipelago
Breathtaking views of the thousands of tiny islands and rocky inlets along the Södermanland coast immediately after takeoff.
Gdańsk Bay
As you cross the Baltic, the coastline of the Tri-City area (Gdańsk, Gdynia, Sopot) often appears as a sharp line between sea and land.
Vistula River Meanders
Observe the winding path of Poland's longest river as it snakes through the Mazovian and Lesser Poland lowlands.
Kraków Old Town
On the standard approach from the north, the left windows provide a direct look at Wawel Castle and the Main Market Square.
Tauron Arena
The massive, modern saucer-shaped arena stands out prominently among the residential blocks during the final descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. During the final 10 minutes of flight, keep your camera ready for the Vistula river; the plane often banks over the city, offering a perfect angle of the historic district. If taking off to the south, you'll see the Baltic coastline almost immediately.
Öland Island
The long, narrow silhouette of the Swedish island of Öland is often visible to the west across the Baltic waters.
Pomeranian Forests
Dense expanses of deep green woodland cover the northern Polish landscape as the plane transitions from sea to land.
Polish Jura
Look for the white limestone outcrops and 'Eagle Nests' medieval castles dotting the landscape between Częstochowa and Kraków.
Tatra Mountains
On exceptionally clear days, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the High Tatras on the Slovakian border are visible in the far distance.
Upper Silesian Industrial Region
To the southwest, the horizon fills with the urban sprawl and industrial landmarks of the Katowice metropolitan area.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over Central Europe. Watch for the dramatic limestone cliffs of the Kraków-Częstochowa Upland about 15 minutes before landing. In winter, this side offers the best chance to spot the snow-covered Carpathian range in the far south.
Distance: 986 km (613 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: NYO (58.78860092163086, 16.912200927734375)
Arrival: KRK (50.077702, 19.7848)
Route Type: International
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