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RIX → PRG
Which side of the plane to sit from Riga International Airport (Riga) to Václav Havel Airport Prague (Prague)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the Baltic coastline shortly after takeoff and the dramatic transition over the Sudetes Mountains during the descent into Czechia.
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Baltic Seaboard
Stunning views of the Gulf of Riga and the white sandy coastlines of the Baltic Sea during the initial flight phase.
Curonian Spit
On clear days, the narrow, 98-km long sand dune spit separating the Curonian Lagoon from the sea is visible in the distance.
Sudetes Mountains
The rugged terrain of the Krkonoše range, including Sněžka, the highest peak in the Czech Republic, marks the border crossing.
Prague Approach
A classic view of the Vltava River winding through the Bohemian landscape as the plane maneuvers for landing at Václav Havel.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Baltic Sea. Watch for the Sudetes Mountains roughly 20-25 minutes before landing; they are the most prominent geographic feature of the route.
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Riga Old Town
Aerial views of the Daugava River and the historic UNESCO-listed spires of the Latvian capital during climb-out.
Lithuanian Lakelands
The dense forests and glacial lake clusters of the Aukštaitija region are often visible shortly after crossing the border.
Wroclaw Panorama
Views of the sprawling 'City of a Hundred Bridges' in southwestern Poland, known for its intricate river networks.
Bohemian Basins
The rolling hills and agricultural patterns of the Czech countryside as the plane crosses the northern border.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, ensuring better contrast for photography of the Polish plains. This side is also excellent for seeing the urban grid of Wroclaw in clear weather.
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Get eSIMs for Czech RepublicDistance: 992 km (616 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: RIX (56.92359924316406, 23.971099853515625)
Arrival: PRG (50.1008, 14.26)
Route Type: International
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