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VIE → KRK
Which side of the plane to sit from Vienna International Airport (Vienna) to Kraków John Paul II International Airport (Krakow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Carpathian mountain range and the dramatic High Tatras on the horizon, while providing excellent views of the Danube and Bratislava during the initial climb.
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Danube River & Wetlands
Aerial views of the Donau-Auen National Park and the winding river path heading east.
Little Carpathians
The forested mountain range beginning near Bratislava and stretching into western Slovakia.
High Tatras
On clear days, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the highest range in the Carpathians are visible to the south.
Vistula River Bend
Dramatic views of the Vistula river as it winds toward Krakow's historic center during the final descent.
The right side is significantly more scenic for mountain lovers. Try to book a morning flight for the best light on the Tatras. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes into the flight for the best mountain panoramas. Be aware that the flight is very short (approx. 45-55 mins), so window seating is essential for viewing.
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Vienna Cityscape
Bird's-eye view of the Austrian capital's historical center and the Prater park immediately after takeoff.
Moravian Plains
The geometric patterns of the fertile agricultural lands stretching across the Czech-Slovak border.
Beskid Mountains
The rolling green ridges of the Western Beskids marking the transition into Polish territory.
Upper Silesian Industrial Area
Distant views of the industrial heartland and urban clusters near the Czech-Polish border.
Choose the left side for better lighting during afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is also preferable if the aircraft approaches Kraków from the north, offering views of the Polish Jura's limestone formations.
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Get eSIMs for PolandDistance: 320 km (199 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 32 min
Departure: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Arrival: KRK (50.077702, 19.7848)
Route Type: International
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