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PIK â WMI
Which side of the plane to sit from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (Prestwick) to Modlin Airport (Warsaw)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior coastal views, including the intricate Wadden Sea islands along the Dutch and German coasts, and a better angle of the Vistula River confluence upon approach to Modlin.
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Scottish Lowlands
Aerial views of the rolling green landscapes and the Firth of Forth as you depart the UK.
Wadden Sea & Frisian Islands
The unique tidal flats and chain of islands stretching across the Dutch and German coastlines.
Elbe Estuary
The massive shipping lanes leading into the port of Hamburg and the mouth of the Kiel Canal.
Kampinos National Park
The vast protected forest area located just west of Warsaw, visible during the final descent.
Vistula-Narew Confluence
The scenic meeting point of Poland's major rivers right next to the Modlin fortress.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the illuminated North Sea coastline without the sun's glare. As the plane descends into WMI, watch for the historic Modlin Fortress located at the river junction; it is most prominent from this side.
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Southern Uplands
The rugged hills and moorlands of southern Scotland shortly after takeoff from Prestwick.
Ruhr & Northern Plains
The industrial heartlands of Northern Germany and the vast agricultural plains of the European interior.
Berlin Hinterland
Glances of the lakes and forests surrounding the German capital if the flight path tracks slightly south.
Warsaw Skyline
Distances views of the Palace of Culture and Science and the modern skyscrapers of the capital city.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon or evening flights to witness the sunset over the European continent. During the approach to Modlin, keep an eye out for the distant skyline of Warsaw to the south-east, especially beautiful when the city lights begin to flicker on.
Book Hotels in WarsawDistance: 1,675 km (1,041 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 14 min
Departure: PIK (55.5093994140625, -4.586669921875)
Arrival: WMI (52.451099, 20.6518)
Route Type: International
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