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Which side of the plane to sit from Berlin-Schönefeld Airport (Berlin) to Shannon Airport (Shannon)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the Berlin city center upon departure, the intricate Dutch coastline, the rugged peaks of North Wales, and a clear view of Dublin when crossing the Irish Sea.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Berlin City Center

On a westward departure, see the TV Tower (Fernsehturm) and the dense urban core of Berlin stretching out toward the horizon.

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Dutch Coastline & Polders

View the geometric patterns of reclaimed land and the busy shipping lanes near the Port of Rotterdam and the North Sea coast.

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Snowdonia National Park

As you cross over Wales, look for the rugged, mountainous terrain of Snowdonia and the scenic Anglesey coastline.

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Dublin & Howth Head

Clear views of the Irish capital city and the distinctive peninsula of Howth as the aircraft enters Irish airspace.

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Lough Derg & Irish Midlands

The lush green 'Emerald Isle' landscape becomes prominent, featuring the large lakes of the Shannon river system.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It offers the best chance to see the North Wales mountains and a spectacular aerial view of Dublin. Watch for the distinctive transition from the North Sea to the English landmass over East Anglia.

Left Side Highlights
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Potsdam and Wannsee

Shortly after takeoff, view the historic palaces of Potsdam and the expansive lake district southwest of Berlin.

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Ruhr Valley Industrial Heart

Cross over the dense urban sprawl of Western Germany, where the Rhine River winds through major industrial hubs.

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Greater London

Depending on the air traffic control vector, catch a glimpse of the sprawling London metropolis and the Thames Estuary to the south.

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Celtic Sea Transition

Deep blue waters as the aircraft leaves the English coast and heads toward the southern tip of the Irish mainland.

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Shannon Estuary

Dramatic views of the wide estuary waters where the River Shannon meets the Atlantic Ocean on final approach.

Sit on the left for softer lighting during morning flights as the sun is positioned to the south. This side provides a better perspective of the English Channel and the southern Irish coastline if the flight path tracks slightly south of the direct Great Circle route.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,512 km (940 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 1 min

Departure: SXF (52.380001, 13.5225)

Arrival: SNN (52.702, -8.92482)

Route Type: International

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