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STN → BTS
Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to M. R. Štefánik Airport (Bratislava)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the most iconic landmarks, including the Ardennes forest, distant views of the Alps, and a spectacular close-up of Vienna just before landing.
Thames Estuary
Immediately after takeoff, view the QEII Bridge and the expansive industrial marshes of the lower Thames.
Ardennes Forest
Deep green rolling hills and winding valleys across the borders of Belgium, Luxembourg, and Germany.
The Austrian Alps
On clear days, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Northern Limestone Alps are visible on the southern horizon.
The Danube River
Follow the blue ribbon of the Danube as it winds through Upper Austria towards the Slovak border.
Vienna Skyline
A stunning view of St. Stephen's Cathedral and the Donauturm as the flight passes just south of the Austrian capital.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for this route, especially for the approach. In the afternoon, the sun will be behind the plane or to the south, providing excellent lighting for photos of the Alps and Vienna. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Austrian-Slovak border; BTS is very close to Vienna.
East Anglian Coast
Clear views of the Essex coastline and the North Sea transition as you leave the UK airspace.
Belgian Ports
View the massive industrial ports of Zeebrugge and the dense urban grid of the Flanders region.
Frankfurt am Main
Spot the 'Mainhattan' skyline, characterized by some of the tallest skyscrapers in Continental Europe.
Bavarian Plains
The rolling agricultural landscapes of Northern Bavaria and the Main River valley.
Little Carpathians
The forested ridges of the Male Karpaty mountains appearing just north of Bratislava during the final descent.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. It offers better views of the North Sea shipping lanes and the industrial heart of Germany. If the flight path approaches from the north, you may see the winding Morava river marking the border.
Distance: 1,278 km (794 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Arrival: BTS (48.17020034790039, 17.212699890136722)
Route Type: International
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