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STN → LJU
Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (Ljubljana)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning Alpine views, the Right Side provides a superior perspective of Lake Constance and the iconic Julian Alps, including Mount Triglav, during the descent into Ljubljana.
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White Cliffs of Dover
The iconic chalk cliffs and the busy shipping lanes of the English Channel.
Lake Constance
A massive freshwater lake situated where Germany, Austria, and Switzerland meet.
Tyrolean Alps
Spectacular views of the main Alpine ridge, often snow-capped year-round.
Mount Triglav
Slovenia's highest peak and national symbol, clearly visible in the Julian Alps during arrival.
Ljubljana Basin
A panoramic view of the capital city, the Sava River, and the Ljubljana Castle on its hill.
The right side is the definitive choice for mountain lovers. As the plane turns to align with the LJU runway, you will get a front-row seat to the Julian Alps. During late afternoon flights, the sunset behind these peaks creates a stunning silhouette.
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Essex Countryside
Green pastures and the sprawling Thames Estuary shortly after departure from Stansted.
Munich & Bavaria
Views of the Bavarian capital and the distinctive red-roofed towns of southern Germany.
Chiemsee
Known as the Bavarian Sea, this large lake features the Herreninsel and Fraueninsel islands.
Kamnik-Savinja Alps
Dramatic limestone peaks that mark the northern border of Slovenia during the final descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare while viewing the German landscape. Keep an eye out for the Allianz Arena as you pass north of Munich. On the approach to Ljubljana, this side offers a better view of the northern mountains bordering Austria.
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Get eSIMs for SloveniaDistance: 1,210 km (752 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Arrival: LJU (46.223701, 14.4576)
Route Type: International
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