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SXF → GLA
Which side of the plane to sit from Berlin-Schönefeld Airport (Berlin) to Glasgow International Airport (Glasgow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the rugged Northumberland coastline and the rolling Southern Uplands of Scotland, often providing a distant glimpse of Edinburgh and the Firth of Forth before the descent.
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Berlin Cityscape
A panoramic view of the German capital and the Brandenburg region immediately after takeoff.
Elbe River Estuary
The winding Elbe River as it flows toward the port city of Hamburg and into the sea.
Northumberland Coastline
Stunning views of the English northeast coast, including long sandy beaches and historic fortifications.
Firth of Forth
A distant but distinct view of the estuary near Edinburgh, featuring the iconic bridges on very clear days.
Southern Uplands
The dramatic, undulating hills of the Scottish Borders as the plane prepares for its arrival in Glasgow.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to catch the sunrise over the North Sea. It offers the most iconic 'arrival' views of Scotland, including the chance to see the East Coast before cutting across to the West. In winter, look for snow-capped peaks in the Southern Uplands during the final 20 minutes of the flight.
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Lower Saxony Plains
Expansive views of the lush green agricultural heartland of Northern Germany shortly after departure.
North Sea Crossing
A vast expanse of deep blue water, occasionally dotted with cargo ships and offshore wind farms.
The Pennines
The 'backbone of England' comes into view as you cross the UK coastline, showing rugged moorland terrain.
Lake District Fringes
On a clear day, the eastern edges of the Cumbrian mountains are visible to the far west.
Galloway Forest Park
Dense woodland and rolling hills as the flight path transitions into Southwest Scotland.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid direct sun glare. This side provides the best views of the English Pennines and the Lake District peaks if the flight path tracks slightly further south. Keep an eye out for the Solway Firth as you cross into Scotland.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 1,229 km (764 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min
Departure: SXF (52.380001, 13.5225)
Arrival: GLA (55.8718986511, -4.43306016922)
Route Type: International
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