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PRG → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Václav Havel Airport Prague (Prague) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Ore Mountains and the undulating landscapes of Thuringia, often providing a clearer perspective of the Frankfurt skyline during standard westerly arrivals.
Ore Mountains
The rugged ridge of the Krušné hory forming the natural border between Czechia and Saxony.
Karlovy Vary
The famous spa town nestled in the Teplá valley, visible as the flight exits Czech airspace.
Thuringian Forest
Expansive wooded hills and valleys of central Germany, punctuated by small red-roofed villages.
Wartburg Castle
A distant glimpse of the historic UNESCO castle near Eisenach on a clear day.
Frankfurt Airport Approach
Excellent views of the massive airport complex and the Commerzbank Arena during final descent.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. This side typically offers a better angle for the Frankfurt skyline if the pilot performs a standard northern downwind leg for landing. Watch for the change from Slavic forest patterns to German agricultural grids.
Prague City Center
Bird's eye view of the Vltava River, Charles Bridge, and the historic Old Town immediately after takeoff.
Plzeň
The industrial hub of West Bohemia, famous for the Pilsner Urquell brewery, visible shortly after departure.
Bohemian Forest
Dense green canopies of the Šumava range bordering the Czech Republic and Germany.
Main River Valley
The winding curves of the Main river as it snakes through the Franconian countryside.
Frankfurt Skyline
Close-up views of the 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers if the flight approaches from the east via runway 25.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see Prague's landmarks if departing from runway 24. For afternoon flights, this side will be in the sun, so keep your window shade down until you reach cruising altitude to avoid glare.
Distance: 406 km (252 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 41 min
Departure: PRG (50.1008, 14.26)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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