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Which side of the plane to sit from Salzburg Airport (Salzburg) to Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf)?

Our Recommendation
7.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side is slightly superior due to the spectacular views of Salzburg's Old Town and the Fortress immediately after takeoff, followed by the Bavarian lakes and a detailed perspective of the Ruhr area industrial landscape during the descent into Duesseldorf.

Right Side Highlights
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Hohensalzburg Fortress

An incredible top-down view of Salzburg's medieval castle and the turquoise Salzach river right after departure.

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Chiemsee

Known as the 'Bavarian Sea', look for the Herreninsel island and its famous palace shortly after takeoff.

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Danube River

The flight path often crosses near Regensburg, where the Danube reaches its northernmost point.

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Rothaar Mountains

The rolling green ridges of the Sauerland region, often dotted with wind turbines.

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Ruhr Metropolis

The massive urban sprawl of Essen, Dortmund, and Bochum, showcasing Germany's industrial heart.

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Duesseldorf City

Excellent views of the Rhine Tower, the Media Harbour, and the city's many bridges on final approach.

The right side offers the most iconic 'postcard' view of Salzburg immediately after departure. During the winter months, the Chiemsee area looks particularly stunning when frozen or surrounded by snow. On the approach to DUS, the right side provides a superior view of the dense urban layout of the Rhine-Ruhr area.

Left Side Highlights
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Untersberg Massif

Dominant limestone mountain directly south of Salzburg airport visible during the initial climb.

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Central Alpine Chain

Panoramic views of the snow-capped Hohe Tauern peaks in the far distance to the south.

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Munich Skyline

The Bavarian capital and the distinctive roof of the Olympic Stadium can often be spotted to the south.

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Spessart Nature Park

A vast expanse of dense deciduous forest crossing through central Germany.

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Frankfurt Skyline

Distant views of Germany's only major skyscraper cluster as you pass the Rhine-Main region.

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Lower Rhine Valley

The silver ribbon of the Rhine river coming into focus as the aircraft begins its final descent.

Sit on the left for the best mountain panoramas if the weather is clear. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind the aircraft, illuminating the Alps and the Frankfurt skyline without glare. Watch for the 'Mainhattan' skyline roughly 40 minutes into the flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 594 km (369 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 59 min

Departure: SZG (47.7933006287, 13.0043001175)

Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)

Route Type: International

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