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RIX → NRN
Which side of the plane to sit from Riga International Airport (Riga) to Weeze Airport (Weeze)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Baltic coastline, featuring unique geological formations like the Curonian Spit and the Hel Peninsula, followed by the scenic transition into the Lower Rhine region.
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Jurmala Coastline
The famous white-sand beaches and spa resorts lining the Gulf of Riga as the plane turns westward.
Curonian Spit
A stunning 98km long thin sand-dune spit that separates the Curonian Lagoon from the Baltic Sea.
Hel Peninsula
The distinctive scythe-shaped sand bar reaching out into the Bay of Gdansk in Northern Poland.
Baltic Shipping Lanes
Frequent sightings of large cargo vessels and ferries navigating the blue waters of the Baltic Sea.
The Lower Rhine
Meandering river paths and lush green polders near the German-Dutch border during the final approach.
Sit on the right for the most iconic geographical landmarks of this route. For evening flights, you will be facing the sunset over the North Sea as you approach Germany, which is spectacular but requires sunglasses. Keep your camera ready about 20-30 minutes after takeoff for the Curonian Spit.
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Riga Old Town
Aerial view of the Daugava River and the historic red-roofed center of Latvia's capital shortly after takeoff.
Lithuanian Woodlands
Vast stretches of pine and spruce forests across the Samogitia region of Western Lithuania.
Polish Heartland
The intricate mosaic of traditional agricultural strips and small rural villages in Northern Poland.
Malbork Castle
Potential distant view of the massive brick fortress, the largest castle in the world by land area.
Ruhr Valley Industrial Park
The outskirts of Germany's industrial heartland visible during the approach into Weeze.
Choose this side on morning flights to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Latvian and Polish countryside perfectly. This side is better for observing the dense forest networks of the Baltics and the industrial architecture of Western Germany during the final descent.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 1,295 km (805 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 44 min
Departure: RIX (56.92359924316406, 23.971099853515625)
Arrival: NRN (51.6024017334, 6.14216995239)
Route Type: International
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