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PDL → ARN
Which side of the plane to sit from João Paulo II Airport (Ponta Delgada) to Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (Stockholm)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Azores at takeoff, a detailed perspective of the European coastline, and a stunning approach over the Stockholm archipelago.
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São Miguel Panorama
Breathtaking views of the volcanic craters and the lush green landscape of the Azores immediately after takeoff.
Bay of Biscay
The sweeping curve of the French Atlantic coast with long sandy beaches stretching toward the horizon.
Dutch Polders
The geometric patterns of the Netherlands' reclaimed land and the intricate canal systems near Amsterdam.
Øresund Bridge
The iconic engineering marvel connecting Copenhagen and Malmö, visible across the blue waters of the strait.
Swedish Forestland
The classic Scandinavian landscape of deep green coniferous forests interspersed with thousands of shimmering lakes.
Stockholm Archipelago
A spectacular final approach over the 30,000 islands and islets that guard the entrance to the Swedish capital.
Sit on the right for the best departure views of Ponta Delgada. This side is also optimal for viewing the sun reflecting off the Baltic Sea and the complex geography of the Stockholm archipelago during the final 20 minutes of flight.
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North Atlantic Deep
Vast stretches of the Atlantic Ocean with distinct weather fronts and ship wakes visible from high altitude.
Brittany Peninsula
The rugged westernmost tip of France with its lighthouse-dotted coastline and rocky outcrops.
English Channel
One of the world's busiest shipping lanes, offering views of massive cargo vessels and the distant UK coast.
Jutland Coast
The flat, sandy western coastline of Denmark and the transition into the North Sea.
Gothenburg
Sweden's second-largest city and the dramatic rocky skerries of the west coast archipelago.
Choose this side if you prefer late afternoon flights to avoid direct sun glare. During the descent, you may catch views of the Vättern lake region, which is particularly striking under the golden hour light in summer.
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Get eSIMs for SwedenDistance: 3,910 km (2,430 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 36 min
Departure: PDL (37.7411994934, -25.6979007721)
Arrival: ARN (59.65190124511699, 17.918600082397)
Route Type: International
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