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RJK → CGN
Which side of the plane to sit from Rijeka Airport (Rijeka) to Cologne Bonn Airport (Cologne)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Croatian coastline at takeoff, the highest peaks of the Austrian Alps including the Grossglockner, and the scenic volcanic hills of the Siebengebirge during the descent into Cologne.
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Rijeka & Kvarner
Excellent aerial perspective of the port city and the rugged coastline immediately after departure from Krk island.
Hohe Tauern
Sightings of Austria's highest glaciated peaks, featuring the impressive Grossglockner.
Bavarian Panorama
Distal views of the Munich metropolitan area and the lakes of the Alpine foothills.
Main River Valley
The winding path of the Main river through the Franconian wine country and industrial hubs.
Siebengebirge
The historic volcanic hills near Bonn, including the famous Drachenfels castle ruins, visible just before landing.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. On departure from RJK, the right side provides the most direct view of the city center. Use the Alps as a midpoint marker; once you cross the high peaks, you are roughly halfway to Cologne.
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Istrian Peninsula
Panoramic views of the turquoise Adriatic coast and the heart-shaped peninsula of Istria to the west.
Julian Alps
The dramatic limestone peaks of Slovenia, including the prominent Mount Triglav.
Lake Constance
The massive 'Bodensee' marking the tri-border area of Germany, Switzerland, and Austria.
Black Forest
Dense evergreen forests and rolling hills of southwestern Germany appearing as a dark green carpet.
Upper Middle Rhine Valley
The UNESCO-listed gorge filled with medieval castles and steep terraced vineyards.
Sit on the left for evening flights to catch the sunset reflecting off the Alpine glaciers and the Rhine river. Keep an eye out for the distinctive loop in the Rhine near Boppard during the final descent phase.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 836 km (519 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: RJK (45.21689987182617, 14.570300102233888)
Arrival: CGN (50.8658981323, 7.1427397728)
Route Type: International
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