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RTM → VIE
Which side of the plane to sit from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (Rotterdam) to Vienna International Airport (Vienna)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama featuring the winding Rhine River, a distant but majestic view of the Northern Limestone Alps, and the scenic Wachau Valley during the descent into Austria.
Kinderdijk Windmills
The UNESCO World Heritage windmills are often visible shortly after takeoff from Rotterdam.
Middle Rhine Valley
Follow the path of the Rhine River as it carves through the mountains near Bonn and Koblenz.
Alpine Silhouette
On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the Austrian Alps appear on the southern horizon during mid-flight.
Wachau Valley
The beautiful UNESCO-listed wine region and Melk Abbey visible during the descent into Vienna.
Lake Neusiedl
A vast, shallow steppe lake on the border with Hungary visible if the flight patterns circle south of the airport.
The right side is ideal for geography enthusiasts. Look for the distinct change in landscape from the flat Dutch polders to the Bavarian hills. Watch for the 'Wachau' bend in the Danube shortly before landing; it is one of the most scenic stretches of river in Europe.
Rotterdam Port
Aerial view of Europe's largest seaport and the intricate industrial architecture of the Maasvlakte.
Randstad Conurbation
Dense urban clusters of Utrecht and the surrounding Dutch countryside's unique grid-like water management.
Ruhr Metropolis
The sprawling industrial heartland of Germany, visible as a massive interconnected network of cities.
Central German Uplands
Rolling hills and dense forests of the Sauerland and Thuringian regions.
Vienna City View
Depending on the wind, a left-hand approach often provides a direct view of the Prater Ferris Wheel and the Danube Tower.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, ensuring better visibility and photo opportunities. This side is typically better for spotting the dense urban architecture of the Ruhr area and the specific landmarks of Vienna's 2nd district during final approach.
Distance: 965 km (600 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: RTM (51.956902, 4.43722)
Arrival: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Route Type: International
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