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VST → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Stockholm Västerås Airport (Vasteras) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring Sweden's large interior lakes, glimpses of the European mainland coast, and a superior perspective of the Thames Estuary and London skyline on the final approach into Stansted.
Lake Mälaren
Visible immediately after takeoff, showcasing a complex network of thousands of islands and forested inlets near Västerås.
Lake Vättern
The flight path typically tracks south past Sweden's second-largest lake, known for its deep blue, exceptionally clear water.
Danish Coastline
On clear days, the southern tip of Sweden and the distant Danish islands of Zealand are visible as you head toward the North Sea.
Frisian Islands
Aerial views of the unique sandbanks and tidal patterns of the Dutch and German Wadden Sea islands during the mid-flight transit.
Thames Estuary
As the plane descends, the sweeping curves of the River Thames and the distant London skyline come into view to the south.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is also preferred for the approach, as the aircraft often loops south of the airport, providing a glimpse of the Shard and the City of London in the distance.
Västerås City
Depending on the runway in use, you get a direct view of the industrial port and the medieval center of Västerås upon departure.
Swedish West Coast
Views of the rugged granite archipelago near Gothenburg as the aircraft leaves the Swedish mainland.
North Sea Rigs
Keep an eye out for isolated oil and gas platforms dotting the vast expanse of the North Sea during the cruise phase.
Norfolk Coastline
The first point of UK landfall, offering views of sandy beaches and coastal marshes near Cromer and Great Yarmouth.
The Fens
The distinctively flat, geometric patchwork of agricultural fields in East Anglia as the plane enters its final descent.
The right side is ideal for sunset flights, offering spectacular orange and pink hues over the North Sea. It is also the better side for viewing the specific geography of the Norfolk and Suffolk coastlines as you enter UK airspace.
Distance: 1,331 km (827 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 46 min
Departure: VST (59.58940124511719, 16.633600234985348)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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