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STN → SZZ
Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to Szczecin-Goleniów "Solidarność" Airport (Szczecin)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior coastal views, including the intricate Frisian Islands chain along the North Sea and the dramatic white chalk cliffs of Rügen Island in the Baltic Sea.
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East Frisian Islands
A stunning chain of barrier islands stretching along the German North Sea coast, featuring long sandy beaches and dunes.
Wilhelmshaven & Bremerhaven
Bird's-eye view of Germany's major deep-water ports and the massive container terminals at the mouth of the Weser.
Mecklenburg Coastline
The beautiful shoreline of the Baltic Sea, characterized by traditional seaside resorts like Warnemünde and Heiligendamm.
Rügen Island Cliffs
If the flight path stays north, the iconic white chalk cliffs of Jasmund National Park are visible reflecting in the blue water.
Usedom Island
The shared border island between Germany and Poland, featuring the famous 'Imperial Spas' and the Swina river mouth.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and get the best contrast for coastal photos. The descent into SZZ often provides a great view of the Baltic coast and the various lagoons. Watch for the change from the North Sea to the German mainland around 30-40 minutes into the flight.
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East Anglian Countryside
The patchwork of green and yellow agricultural fields of Essex and Suffolk immediately after takeoff from Stansted.
Hamburg Metro Area
Views of Germany's second-largest city and the winding Elbe River, often visible on a southerly flight path.
Mecklenburg Lake District
A vast network of over 1,000 lakes, including Lake Müritz, appearing as sparkling blue pockets amidst dense forests.
Szczecin Lagoon
The 'Zalew Szczeciński', a massive coastal lagoon where the Oder River meets the Baltic, visible during the final descent.
Szczecin City
The urban sprawl of Szczecin with its unique star-shaped city planning and the Port of Szczecin on the Oder.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind the plane for much of the journey. Look out for the massive wind farms in the North Sea. During the landing approach at Goleniów, you may see the Puszcza Goleniowska (Goleniów Forest) stretching out toward the horizon.
Book Hotels in SzczecinDistance: 1,004 km (624 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Arrival: SZZ (53.584701538100006, 14.9021997452)
Route Type: International
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