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SXF → EDI
Which side of the plane to sit from Berlin-Schönefeld Airport (Berlin) to Edinburgh Airport (Edinburgh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic approach over the North Sea and the Firth of Forth, featuring iconic Scottish landmarks and the Northumberland coastline.
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Berlin Skyline
Excellent views of the German capital's sprawl and the TV Tower if departing towards the west.
Hamburg & Elbe
Look north to see the massive industrial port complex and the wide mouth of the Elbe River.
Bamburgh Castle
A stunning coastal fortress standing on basalt outcrops along the Northumberland shore.
Farne Islands
A cluster of rocky islands known for vast seal and puffin colonies visible from high altitude.
Bass Rock
A massive volcanic rock in the Firth of Forth, appearing white due to its huge gannet population.
Forth Bridges
The iconic UNESCO World Heritage red rail bridge and the modern Queensferry Crossing.
The right side is essential for the 'scenic' landing at EDI. Most flights land on Runway 24, meaning you fly west along the Firth of Forth; the right side sees the bridges and the Fife coast. Book a window seat away from the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Scottish coastline. Morning light is particularly beautiful for highlighting the textures of the North Sea.
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Teutoburg Forest
Observe the long, narrow forested ridges of Lower Saxony stretching across the German landscape.
Wadden Sea
Distant views of the tidal flats and the Frisian Islands chain along the northern European coast.
Cheviot Hills
The rugged, rolling uplands marking the historic border between England and Scotland.
Pentland Hills
Regional park featuring scenic peaks just south of Edinburgh during the final descent phase.
Opt for an afternoon flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the English and Scottish countryside. If the plane approaches Edinburgh from the south, you will get a clearer view of the rural Borders region. Watch for the holy island of Lindisfarne on the coast just before crossing the border.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 1,166 km (725 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min
Departure: SXF (52.380001, 13.5225)
Arrival: EDI (55.95000076293945, -3.372499942779541)
Route Type: International
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