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STR → KRK
Which side of the plane to sit from Stuttgart Airport (Stuttgart) to Kraków John Paul II International Airport (Krakow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the Alpine foothills to the south and a stunning perspective of the Tatra Mountains during the descent into Krakow.
Swabian Jura
Directly after departure, enjoy the rugged limestone plateaus and forested cliffs of the Schwäbische Alb.
Danube River
Watch the winding blue ribbon of the Danube as it flows through Regensburg and toward the Austrian border.
Bohemian Forest
The dense, dark green canopy of the Šumava National Park provides a beautiful natural contrast along the German-Czech border.
High Tatra Mountains
On clear days, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Tatras are visible to the south, marking the border between Poland and Slovakia.
Wawel Royal Castle
During the final descent, look for the iconic castle perched on Wawel Hill overlooking the Vistula River.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for nature lovers. For the best experience, choose a morning flight when the sun illuminates the Tatra Mountains to the south. In winter, the snow-covered peaks of the Beskids and Tatras are particularly breathtaking. Be aware that glare can be strong on this side during midday.
Stuttgart TV Tower
Catch a glimpse of the world's first concrete television tower standing tall over the Stuttgart skyline shortly after takeoff.
Nuremberg Cityscape
Look north to see the historic layout of Nuremberg, including the Imperial Castle, if the flight path follows the northern corridor.
Silesian Lowlands
A vast expanse of fertile agricultural land and patchwork fields characteristic of the border region between Czechia and Poland.
Kraków Old Town
On a western approach, the left side provides a clear view of the Main Market Square and St. Mary's Basilica before touchdown.
Sit on the left for better lighting during afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun. This side is ideal for spotting urban landmarks like the industrial clusters of Upper Silesia as you enter Polish airspace. If the plane circles for a landing from the east, you'll get a unique view of the Nowa Huta district.
Distance: 779 km (484 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 18 min
Departure: STR (48.6898994446, 9.22196006775)
Arrival: KRK (50.077702, 19.7848)
Route Type: International
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