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STN → CPH
Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (Copenhagen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the chain of Frisian Islands and the iconic Oresund Bridge during the final approach into Copenhagen.
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Frisian Islands
A beautiful chain of barrier islands stretching from the Netherlands into Germany, characterized by sandbanks and tidal flats.
Kiel Canal Area
Views of the busy shipping lanes entering the Baltic Sea and the lush greenery of the Schleswig-Holstein region.
Fehmarn Belt
The site of the emerging fixed link tunnel project between Germany and Denmark, visible in the Baltic Sea.
Oresund Bridge
The most iconic landmark of the region, connecting Copenhagen to Malmö, typically visible during the final minutes of flight.
Copenhagen Cityscape
A clear view of the Danish capital's modern architecture and historic harbor as the plane aligns with the runway.
The right side is highly recommended for the approach into CPH. If the aircraft lands from the south on Runway 04, the Oresund Bridge is perfectly framed. For sunset flights, this side catches the golden hour glow over the Baltic Sea islands.
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East Anglian Coastline
Aerial views of the Norfolk and Suffolk coastlines as the aircraft leaves the UK airspace over the North Sea.
North Sea Wind Farms
Massive offshore wind arrays, including Sheringham Shoal, visible as geometric patterns in the deep blue water.
Jutland Peninsula
The western coast of Denmark comes into view with its distinct sandy beaches and coastal lagoons.
Great Belt Bridge
A stunning view of the massive suspension bridge connecting the Danish islands of Funen and Zealand.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides an excellent perspective of the Danish domestic landscape and the complex waterways between the islands during the descent phase.
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Get eSIMs for DenmarkDistance: 914 km (568 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Arrival: CPH (55.617900848389, 12.656000137329)
Route Type: International
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