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VIE → WAW
Which side of the plane to sit from Vienna International Airport (Vienna) to Warsaw Chopin Airport (Warsaw)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of international landmarks, including views of Bratislava shortly after takeoff and the distant peaks of the High Tatras on clear days.
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Bratislava Cityscape
The Slovakian capital and its distinct four-towered castle are visible almost immediately after takeoff.
Little Carpathians
The forested mountain range stretching from the Danube towards the northeast.
High Tatras Peaks
On clear days, the jagged, snow-capped summits of the highest Carpathian range appear on the eastern horizon.
Vistula River Meanders
The winding path of Poland's longest river as it flows through the Mazovian lowlands.
Kampinos National Park
Large forest areas on the outskirts of Warsaw providing a green welcome to the city.
Optimal for morning flights as the sun illuminates the mountains to the east. Keep your camera ready within the first 10 minutes of flight to catch Bratislava, and look for the silver glint of the Vistula river as you cross the Polish border.
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Vienna Historic Center
Aerial perspective of the Stephansdom and the circular Ringstraße if departing towards the north.
Prater & Danube
Clear views of the Riesenrad ferris wheel and the wide flow of the Danube river.
Brno Landmarks
The capital of Moravia featuring the Spilberk Castle visible as the flight crosses the Czech Republic.
Industrial Łódź
Large urban area in central Poland known for its red-brick textile factory architecture.
Warsaw Skyline
The striking contrast of the Palace of Culture and modern skyscrapers during the final approach to WAW.
Book a seat in front of the wing to capture the Vienna skyline without engine obstruction. On evening flights, this side provides a spectacular view of Warsaw's illuminated central business district when the plane approaches from the south.
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Get eSIMs for PolandDistance: 549 km (341 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 55 min
Departure: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Arrival: WAW (52.1656990051, 20.9671001434)
Route Type: International
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