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STN → KRK
Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to Kraków John Paul II International Airport (Krakow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior scenery, including the possibility of seeing the London skyline upon departure, the English Channel crossing, and the dramatic Tatra Mountains on the approach into Kraków.
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London Horizon
Depending on the departure route, you can often spot the Shard and Canary Wharf skyscrapers to the south.
Strait of Dover
Excellent views of the narrowest part of the English Channel and the busy shipping lanes connecting the UK to the continent.
Erzgebirge Mountains
The Ore Mountains along the German-Czech border provide a beautiful rolling forested landscape during the mid-flight segment.
High Tatra Mountains
On the descent into Kraków, the snow-capped peaks of the Tatras are often visible on the southern horizon.
Choose the right side for sunset flights to catch the 'Golden Hour' over the Central European landscape. This side is particularly rewarding in winter when the Tatra Mountains are heavily snow-covered and clearly visible to the south during the final 20 minutes of the flight.
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East Anglian Coast
Clear views of the Essex and Suffolk coastline and the sprawling Thames Estuary shortly after takeoff from Stansted.
Port of Rotterdam
One of the world's largest ports is often visible as you cross the Dutch coastline into mainland Europe.
Wrocław Cityscape
The 'City of a Hundred Bridges' in western Poland is a frequent landmark along this flight path.
Kraków Old Town
If the aircraft approaches from the west for Runway 07, passengers on the left get a prime view of the Vistula River and Wawel Castle.
Sit on the left for early morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is also preferred if the wind dictates an approach from the west, providing the best views of the historic Kraków city center just before landing.
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Get eSIMs for PolandDistance: 1,379 km (857 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 50 min
Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Arrival: KRK (50.077702, 19.7848)
Route Type: International
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