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VNO → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Vilnius International Airport (Vilnius) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular coastal views of the Baltic Sea and the unique chain of Frisian Islands, followed by a dramatic entry into the UK over the East Anglian coast.
Gdańsk Bay
Stunning views of the Polish coastline, the Hel Peninsula, and the Baltic Sea's blue waters.
Masurian Lake District
A mesmerizing grid of thousands of interconnected lakes and waterways in northern Poland.
Northern German Ports
Clear views of Germany's northern coastline and the wide mouth of the Elbe river near Hamburg.
Frisian Islands
The iconic chain of Dutch islands and the Wadden Sea mudflats, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Offshore Wind Farms
Massive arrays of white turbines standing in the North Sea as you approach the UK coast.
East Anglian Coast
The distinctive coastline of Norfolk and Suffolk, including sandy beaches and estuaries like Orford Ness.
Choose the right side for the best coastal scenery. Watch for the Frisian Islands about two-thirds through the flight; they are best seen in clear afternoon light. In winter, the frozen Baltic coastline can be particularly striking. Keep an eye out for the distinctive curved Hel Peninsula shortly after crossing into Polish airspace.
Vilnius Old Town
Panoramic view of the red-roofed historic center and the Neris River shortly after takeoff.
Lithuanian Forests
Extensive stretches of dense green forests and winding riverbeds across Southern Lithuania.
Central Poland
Aerial view of the agricultural heartland and potentially the distant skyline of Warsaw.
Rhine River
The industrial heartland of Germany and the silver ribbon of the Rhine cutting through the landscape.
Approach to Stansted
Aerial views of the patchwork fields of Essex and potentially the Thames Estuary during the descent.
Sit behind the wing for the best view of Vilnius at takeoff. This side avoids direct glare during morning flights, making it ideal for photography of the European heartland. During the final approach, look for the historic estates and rolling countryside of the Home Counties.
Distance: 1,685 km (1,047 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 15 min
Departure: VNO (54.634102, 25.285801)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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