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Our Recommendation
8.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side of the aircraft offers spectacular coastal views, including the string of Frisian Islands and the dramatic white cliffs of Rügen, while avoiding direct sun glare on morning flights.

Left Side Highlights
8.2
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North Sea Crossing

A vast expanse of deep blue water as the plane leaves the English coast and heads toward the European continent.

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Frisian Islands

The unique chain of barrier islands stretching along the Dutch and German coasts, separated by the Wadden Sea.

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Rügen White Cliffs

The iconic Jasmund National Park chalk cliffs on Germany's largest island, visible as you enter the Baltic Sea.

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Polish Coastline

Stunning views of the sandy beaches and coastal lagoons of northern Poland and the Hel Peninsula.

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Baltic Horizon

On evening flights, this side offers an uninterrupted view of the sunset reflecting off the Baltic Sea.

Book a window seat on the left for morning departures to keep the sun behind you. This side is particularly scenic during the middle third of the flight when passing the German and Polish coastlines. Use a map app to identify the distinct shapes of the West and East Frisian Islands.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Essex Countryside

Green rolling hills and historic towns of eastern England immediately after departure from Stansted.

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Randstad District

Distant views of the densely populated urban centers of the Netherlands, including Amsterdam and its canals.

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Gdansk Shipyards

The industrial landscape and historic port of Gdansk, often visible as the flight tracks toward Lithuania.

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Masurian Lake District

A glimpse of the 'Land of a Thousand Lakes' in northeastern Poland, dotted with blue patches and forests.

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Lithuanian Woodlands

Dense pine and spruce forests that characterize the landscape during the final descent into Vilnius.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights if you want to see the inland landscapes of Northern Europe. During the final approach to VNO, if landing from the west, you may get a distant view of the Neris River and the outskirts of the city. Be aware that the sun will be on this side for most of the morning.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,685 km (1,047 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 15 min

Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)

Arrival: VNO (54.634102, 25.285801)

Route Type: International

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