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PRG → ZRH
Which side of the plane to sit from Václav Havel Airport Prague (Prague) to Zürich Airport (Zurich)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panoramic perspective of the Alpine chain as you approach Switzerland, including direct views of the Appenzell Alps and Lake Zurich on the final descent.
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Šumava National Park
Aerial views of the dense Bohemian Forest and the rolling hills along the Czech-German border.
Lake Constance (Bodensee)
The expansive southern shore of Central Europe's third-largest lake, with views into Austria and Liechtenstein.
Appenzell Alps
The rugged peaks of the Alpstein massif, including the prominent Säntis peak, become visible during the descent.
Lake Zurich and City
A stunning view of the long, finger-shaped lake and the city center during the final approach phase.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun glare while capturing the best mountain silhouettes. As the plane begins its descent into Zurich, keep your eyes on the horizon to spot the high peaks of the Glarus Alps in the distance. This side is particularly spectacular during winter when the mountains are fully snow-capped.
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Prague Outskirts
Views of the Vltava river valley and the historic residential districts of Prague shortly after takeoff.
Regensburg and the Danube
The winding blue ribbon of the Danube river as it passes the UNESCO-listed medieval city of Regensburg.
Friedrichshafen
The northern shore of Lake Constance, often featuring Zeppelins parked or flying near the local airport.
Rhine Falls
If landing from the north (Runway 14), you can often spot Europe's largest waterfall near Neuhausen.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy the warm sunset glow over the German countryside. On the approach to ZRH, look down specifically for the Rhine Falls; they are located just south of the German border and appear as a distinctive white patch of rushing water amidst the green landscape.
Book Hotels in ZurichDistance: 511 km (318 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 51 min
Departure: PRG (50.1008, 14.26)
Arrival: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Route Type: International
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