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TXL โ†’ HEL

Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior view of the unique island geography of the Baltic Sea, including the Danish island of Bornholm and the spectacular Finnish archipelago upon descent into Helsinki.

Left Side Highlights
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Berlin Tegel Forest

Immediate views of the dense greenery of the Tegeler Forst and the northern suburbs of Berlin after takeoff.

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Bornholm Island

The plane often passes directly west of this Danish island, offering a clear view of its rocky coastline in the mid-Baltic.

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Swedish Coastline

On clear days, the distant southern tip of Sweden and the island of ร–land can be spotted across the blue waters.

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Turku Archipelago

A breathtaking view of thousands of small, pine-covered islands as you begin your descent toward the Finnish mainland.

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Finnish Lakelands

The classic 'Land of a Thousand Lakes' scenery with deep green forests interspersed with shimmering blue water patches.

Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is also prime for viewing the sunset over the Baltic Sea during evening winter flights. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing to capture the intricate island patterns of the archipelago.

Right Side Highlights
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Usedom & Rรผgen

Views of the white sandy beaches and famous chalk cliffs of the German Baltic islands shortly after departure.

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Gdaล„sk Bay

A distant view of the Hel Peninsula and the busy shipping lanes leading toward the Polish coast.

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Baltic Transit

Excellent vantage point for spotting large cruise ships and ferries traveling between Germany, Poland, and Finland.

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Helsinki Cityscape

Depending on the wind and landing runway, you may get a panoramic view of the Helsinki cathedral and harbor area.

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Vantaa Landscape

A final view of the neatly organized Finnish residential areas and modern infrastructure surrounding the airport.

The right side is best during late afternoon flights to catch the 'golden hour' light hitting the Finnish coast. If the flight approaches HEL from the south, this side provides the best chance to see the Suomenlinna sea fortress just before touchdown.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,119 km (695 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min

Departure: TXL (52.5597, 13.2877)

Arrival: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)

Route Type: International

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