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Which side of the plane to sit from Split Airport (Split) to Hamburg Airport (Hamburg)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a more consistent view of the high Alpine glaciers and a superior perspective of the Port of Hamburg during the final descent.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Adriatic Archipelago

Crystal clear turquoise waters and the dramatic coastline of the Dalmatian islands shortly after takeoff.

🏔️

Hohe Tauern Peaks

Breathtaking views of the Grossglockner and the Pasterze Glacier in the heart of the Austrian Alps.

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Munich Metropolitan Area

A clear view of the Bavarian capital, including the distinct white canopy of the Allianz Arena.

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Harz Mountains

The Brocken peak and the dense, misty forests of Northern Germany's highest mountain range.

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Port of Hamburg

An incredible aerial view of the massive container terminals and the Elbe River winding through the city.

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Volksparkstadion

The home of HSV football club visible during the final approach into Hamburg Airport.

Sit forward of the wing for the best photography of the Alps. On afternoon flights, this side provides excellent 'golden hour' lighting over the German plains. Look out for the snowy peaks about 35-40 minutes after departure from Split.

Right Side Highlights
7.8
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Dinaric Alps

The rugged, grey limestone ridges of the Croatian hinterland immediately after climbing away from the coast.

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Salzburg & Lake District

The historic city of Salzburg and the sparkling blue lakes of the Salzkammergut region.

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The Danube River

The winding silver ribbon of Central Europe's longest river as the flight crosses into Bavaria.

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Thuringian Forest

Expansive views of the green ridges and valleys of central Germany's primary forest belt.

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Alster Lakes

The Outer and Inner Alster lakes in the heart of Hamburg city during specific landing patterns.

Choose the right side on morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side offers better views of the limestone massifs of the Dachstein area. Keep your eyes peeled for the historic architecture of Salzburg while crossing the Austrian-German border.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,213 km (754 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min

Departure: SPU (43.53889846801758, 16.29800033569336)

Arrival: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)

Route Type: International

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