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WAW → CGN
Which side of the plane to sit from Warsaw Chopin Airport (Warsaw) to Cologne Bonn Airport (Cologne)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Harz Mountains and usually provides the iconic approach view of the Cologne Cathedral and the Rhine River curves before landing.
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Vistula River
Dramatic bends of Poland's longest river as it heads north towards the Baltic Sea.
Poznań
Look for the Warta River and the historic center of one of Poland's oldest cities.
Harz Mountains
The Brocken peak often stands out above the clouds as a prominent landmark in northern Germany.
Ruhr Metropolis
The northern horizon reveals the massive industrial and residential sprawl of the Ruhr area.
Cologne Cathedral
On final approach, the twin spires of the Kölner Dom are frequently visible against the city skyline.
The right side is the preferred choice for this route. Early morning flights benefit from soft light on the Harz Mountains. Keep your camera ready during the last 10 minutes of flight; depending on the wind direction, the approach into CGN often treats right-side passengers to a panoramic view of the Cologne city center and the Hohenzollern Bridge.
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Warsaw South
Views of the Mokotów district and the southern reaches of the Vistula River upon departure.
Łódź Urban Area
Pass over Poland's former textile hub, visible as a dense grid of red-brick architecture.
Leipzig/Halle Hub
A major European cargo hub, clearly visible with its distinct parallel runway layout south of the flight path.
Thuringian Forest
Dense green ridges of the Green Heart of Germany provide a scenic contrast to the urban landscape.
Bonn & Rhine Valley
As the plane descends, the former West German capital and the winding Rhine river come into view.
Select a window seat behind the wing for unobstructed views of the Thuringian Forest. During winter, the snow-capped ridges of central Germany are particularly striking. For late-day flights, the left side will face the setting sun, which can cause significant glare during the cruise phase.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 966 km (600 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: WAW (52.1656990051, 20.9671001434)
Arrival: CGN (50.8658981323, 7.1427397728)
Route Type: International
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