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STR â ATL
Which side of the plane to sit from Stuttgart Airport (Stuttgart) to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is the preferred choice for this transatlantic journey, offering spectacular views of the Greenland ice sheet and the rugged Canadian coastline while avoiding the direct glare of the southern sun.
Dutch Coastline
The intricate patterns of the polders and the Frisian Islands shortly after departure from Stuttgart.
Scottish Highlands
On more northerly tracks, the deep lochs and rugged peaks of northern Scotland are clearly visible.
Greenland Ice Sheet
The absolute highlight of the route; massive glaciers, icebergs, and turquoise fjords along the southern coast.
Labrador Wilderness
The remote, frozen tundra and pristine lakes of eastern Canada, often snow-covered even in late spring.
St. Lawrence River
The massive waterway separating Canada and the US, visible as the flight enters North American mainland airspace.
Adirondack Mountains
The lush, lake-filled mountain range of Upstate New York providing a scenic backdrop before the Georgia transition.
The right side is the 'cool side' of the plane, facing north and away from the sun, which is ideal for photography. Greenland is usually visible 4 to 5 hours into the flight; look out for it even if the moving map says you are south of the coast, as the visibility at 35,000 feet is immense. This side also offers better views of the Northern Canadian wilderness.
Southern England
Aerial views of the Thames Estuary and the sprawling suburbs of London depending on the specific flight corridor.
Mid-Atlantic Horizon
Expansive ocean vistas that are particularly striking during the long, drawn-out sunset characteristic of westbound flights.
Nova Scotia Peninsula
The jagged Atlantic coastline of Canada, featuring rocky inlets and the famous Bay of Fundy.
US East Coast
Distances views of the megalopolis stretching from Boston down to the Carolinas as the plane turns south.
Blue Ridge Mountains
The distinct, hazy blue ridges of the southern Appalachian range during the final hour of flight.
Georgia Pine Forests
The dense green canopy and red clay earth of the Deep South during the descent into Atlanta.
The left side faces south, meaning you will deal with direct sunlight for most of the journey. Keep your window shade partially closed during the mid-flight to avoid glare, but open it during the final 90 minutes for the best views of the Appalachian ridges and the Georgia landscape. This side is excellent for sunset photography if your flight arrives in the late afternoon.
Distance: 7,517 km (4,671 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 51 min
Departure: STR (48.6898994446, 9.22196006775)
Arrival: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Route Type: International
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