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STN → DUS
Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a prime view of the massive Port of Rotterdam, the intricate waterways of the Zeeland delta, and the best angle for the Düsseldorf city skyline during the final approach.
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Thames Estuary
The wide mouth of the River Thames where it meets the North Sea, featuring busy shipping lanes.
Port of Rotterdam
The Maasvlakte and the Europoort, one of the world's largest and most impressive industrial ports.
Zeeland Archipelago
The complex network of islands, peninsulas, and massive storm surge barriers of the Delta Works.
Eindhoven Area
The urban sprawl of the southern Netherlands, often passing directly over or near the 'Brainport' region.
Düsseldorf Rhine Bends
A spectacular view of the winding Rhine River and the iconic Rheinturm (Rhine Tower) just before landing.
The right side is highly recommended for sunset flights, as the sun will be behind you or to the side, illuminating the Rhine and the Port of Rotterdam. Watch for the massive Delta Works barriers along the Dutch coast, which are a feat of engineering best seen from 30,000 feet.
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East Anglian Countryside
View of the patchwork fields and rural villages of Essex immediately after takeoff from Stansted.
Offshore Wind Farms
Large arrays of wind turbines visible in the North Sea during the crossing toward the European mainland.
Dutch Coastline
The sandy beaches and dunes of the North Holland coast near IJmuiden or The Hague.
Utrecht Cityscape
A clear view of the central Dutch city of Utrecht and its surrounding forest areas.
The Ruhr Valley
As you descend, the dense industrial landscape of the Ruhrgebiet, including Duisburg and Essen, appears to the north.
Sit on the left if you enjoy seeing the vastness of the North Sea and the industrial heartland of Germany during the descent. Morning flights provide soft, direct light on the Dutch landscape, making for excellent photography of the coastal transition.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 456 km (283 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 46 min
Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Route Type: International
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