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

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the unique Frisian Islands and the North Sea coastline, followed by a scenic approach along the winding Vistula River.

Left Side Highlights
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North Sea Wind Farms

Massive offshore wind arrays visible shortly after leaving the English coast.

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West Frisian Islands

A stunning chain of islands along the Dutch coast with intricate tidal sandbanks.

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German Bight

Heavy maritime traffic and the coastline of Lower Saxony near the Elbe estuary.

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Polish Lowlands

The distinctive geometric patchwork of agricultural fields in Western Poland.

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Vistula River Bends

The long, winding path of Poland's primary river as you descend toward Modlin.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. The Frisian Islands are the highlight; they are most visible if the flight path stays northernly. During the final descent, the Vistula River serves as a perfect landmark for the approach into WMI.

Right Side Highlights
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Dutch Randstad

View of the densely populated urban corridor including the outskirts of Amsterdam.

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Northern German Forests

Expansive stretches of managed pine and deciduous forests across the German plains.

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Berlin Outskirts

Depending on the ATC route, the southern horizon may reveal the urban sprawl of Berlin.

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Kampinos National Park

A vast UNESCO biosphere reserve located just south of the airport during landing.

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Industrial Hubs

Significant industrial and logistics centers near PoznaΕ„ and central Poland.

The right side is better for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the trailing wing. Keep an eye out for Kampinos National Park just before landing, as its dense greenery contrasts sharply with the surrounding agricultural land.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,389 km (863 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 51 min

Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)

Arrival: WMI (52.451099, 20.6518)

Route Type: International

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