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Which side of the plane to sit from Oslo Lufthavn (Oslo) to Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf)?

Our Recommendation
7.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the intricate Danish islands, the massive port of Hamburg, and the scenic descent over the German lowlands.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Oslofjord Islands

Aerial perspective of the numerous small islands and coastal towns along the eastern shore of the fjord immediately after takeoff.

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Great Belt Bridge

Look for one of the world's longest suspension bridges connecting the Danish islands of Zealand and Funen.

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Hamburg Port

A spectacular view of Germany's largest seaport, including the Elbe River and the Elbphilharmonie if the flight path tracks slightly east.

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Lower Saxony Farmland

The geometric patterns of the North German Plain interspersed with small villages and renewable energy wind farms.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep your camera ready about 10-15 minutes after takeoff for the best fjord shots. During winter, look for the contrast between the frozen coastline and the dark waters of the Skagerrak.

Right Side Highlights
6.8
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Jutland West Coast

The continuous line of sandy beaches and sand dunes stretching along the western edge of Denmark.

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East Frisian Islands

The chain of German islands in the Wadden Sea, surrounded by unique tidal flats and sandbars.

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Elbe Estuary

Major shipping lanes where massive container ships enter and exit the North Sea toward the interior.

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Ruhr Area Skyline

The industrial heart of Germany, featuring the dense urban sprawl and steel plants of Duisburg and Essen during the final approach.

The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the North Sea. Watch the weather radar; the West Coast is often cloudier than the inland route. If approaching DUS from the south, you might see the Rhine River looping through the city.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,017 km (632 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min

Departure: OSL (60.121, 11.0502)

Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)

Route Type: International

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