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PAD → MUC
Which side of the plane to sit from Paderborn Lippstadt Airport (Paderborn) to Munich Airport (Munich)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the diverse German mid-range mountains, including the Sauerland and Rhön, and provides a stunning panorama of the Bavarian Alps as you approach Munich from the north.
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Sauerland Hills
Known as the 'Land of a Thousand Hills,' featuring deep valleys and reservoir lakes like the Möhnesee.
Rhön Biosphere Reserve
Distinctive volcanic peaks and open plateaus visible mid-flight.
Spessart Forest
One of Germany's largest contiguous areas of mixed broadleaf forest.
Rothenburg ob der Tauber
If the flight path stays west, look for the iconic preserved medieval walls of this famous town.
The Alpine Chain
As you enter Upper Bavaria, the entire range of the Northern Limestone Alps appears on the horizon.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind you or to the side, highlighting the topography of the Sauerland. Watch for the Alps during the entire descent phase; they are most prominent in the final 15 minutes of the flight. Seasonal tip: in winter, the snow-capped Rhön peaks are particularly striking.
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Paderborn Cityscape
Clear views of the Paderborn Cathedral and the city center shortly after takeoff from PAD.
Teutoburg Forest
Densely wooded ridges stretching across the horizon to the northeast.
Nuremberg
The historic cityscape of Nuremberg including the Kaiserburg castle, visible if the flight path tracks slightly east.
Danube River
The winding blue ribbon of the Danube near Ingolstadt as the aircraft begins its descent.
Allianz Arena
On a southern approach (Runway 26L/R), the glowing white 'inflatable' stadium is often visible to the left.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and get the best lighting on the Nuremberg landmarks. During the final approach into Munich, the left side often provides a clearer view of the airport's northern infrastructure and the iconic Allianz Arena if landing from the east.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 427 km (265 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 43 min
Departure: PAD (51.614101409899995, 8.616319656369999)
Arrival: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Route Type: Domestic
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