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Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to Haugesund Airport (Haugesund)?

Our Recommendation
7.8

Right Side of the Plane

While both sides spend significant time over the North Sea, the right side offers a superior approach into Haugesund, providing views of the intricate Norwegian coastline, the Boknafjorden system, and the city itself before landing.

Right Side Highlights
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East Anglian Towns

Vistas of historic market towns and the patchwork fields of Suffolk and Norfolk during the initial climb.

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Maritime Corridors

Excellent views of the busy international shipping lanes entering the English Channel from the North Sea.

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Ryfylke Mountains

Distant but dramatic views of the snowy peaks on the Norwegian mainland as the plane approaches the coast.

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Boknafjorden

The vast fjord system south of Haugesund, featuring a maze of islands and deep blue waterways.

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Haugesund City

A clear view of the city's harbor, the Karmsund Bridge, and the surrounding coastal architecture during landing.

The right side is essential for seeing the classic Norwegian fjord landscape on arrival. Try to book a seat behind the wing for unobstructed views of the Karmsund strait. In winter, the low sun angle can create stunning golden light across the Norwegian peaks during afternoon arrivals.

Left Side Highlights
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Norfolk Coastline

Views of the sandy beaches and flat marshlands of North Norfolk as the aircraft exits English airspace.

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Offshore Wind Farms

Aerial views of massive renewable energy installations like the Sheringham Shoal and Dudgeon arrays in the North Sea.

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Utsira Island

A glimpse of Norway's westernmost inhabited island, famous for birdwatching, just before the final approach.

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North Sea Horizon

Expansive views of the deep blue North Sea, often dotted with oil platforms and transit vessels.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. Keep your eyes peeled as you descend for the rocky, windswept island of Utsira, which marks the transition from the open sea to the Norwegian archipelago.

Top Activities in Haugesund
Route Information

Distance: 886 km (551 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min

Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)

Arrival: HAU (59.34529876709001, 5.208360195159901)

Route Type: International

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