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VRA → DUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport (Varadero) to Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the European coastline and the final approach into the Rhine-Ruhr metropolitan region, while avoiding the direct southern sun glare during the morning arrival.
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Matanzas Bay
Panoramic views of the 'Athens of Cuba' and its bridges shortly after departing the Varadero area.
US Northeast Corridor
Distances views of the glittering light clusters from New York and Boston during the transatlantic climb.
Celtic Sea & Ireland
The first sight of land after the Atlantic crossing, featuring the rugged southern Irish coastline.
Greater London
On clear northern tracks, the sprawling lights of London and the Thames Estuary are visible to the north.
The Rhine River
A dramatic descent over the winding Rhine River and the historical landmarks of the Lower Rhine region.
As this is an eastbound transatlantic flight, the left side faces north, providing soft lighting and avoiding harsh sun during the morning descent into Germany. This side is ideal for spotting the lights of European cities if the flight arrives before sunrise. Keep your window shade open as you cross the English Channel for views of the busy shipping lanes.
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Hicacos Peninsula
Unmatched views of the iconic 20km white-sand Varadero beach strip immediately upon takeoff.
Miami & Florida Coast
If the flight path hugs the coast, enjoy the high-rise skylines of Miami and Fort Lauderdale.
Greenland Icecap
Depending on seasonal jet streams, you may pass the southern tip of Greenland with views of fjords and icebergs.
Zeeland & Delta Works
Vast views of the Dutch hydraulic engineering projects and the North Sea coastline during the initial descent.
The Ruhr Area
Dense urban and industrial landscapes of Germany's heartland as you enter the final approach pattern for DUS.
The right side is essential for the first 10 minutes of flight to see the Varadero hotel zone. However, be prepared for intense sunlight on this side during the morning arrival into Düsseldorf. If the flight path is more northerly, this side is your best chance to spot the dramatic landscapes of Southern Greenland or the Faroe Islands.
Book Hotels in DuesseldorfDistance: 7,910 km (4,915 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 18 min
Departure: VRA (23.03440093994141, -81.435302734375)
Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Route Type: International
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