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WAW → GVA
Which side of the plane to sit from Warsaw Chopin Airport (Warsaw) to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (Geneva)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the European plains to the high peaks of the Alps and the Mont Blanc massif on arrival.
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Krakow & Beskids
Aerial views of southern Poland's historic architecture and the rolling Beskid mountain range.
Moravian Landscapes
The picturesque red-roofed towns and agricultural patterns of the eastern Czech Republic.
Swiss Alps Panorama
As you enter Swiss airspace, the horizon is dominated by the snow-capped Bernese and Valais Alps.
Mont Blanc
The highest peak in Western Europe is frequently visible to the south during the descent into Geneva.
French Shore of Lake Geneva
Views of the southern lake shore including the famous spa town of Évian-les-Bains.
Book a window seat on the left for the best mountain views. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting on the Alpine peaks, while early morning flights can experience some glare. Look for the distinctive 'Dents du Midi' peaks during the initial descent.
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Prague Skyline
If the flight path tracks north, the 'City of a Hundred Spires' is visible as you cross into Czechia.
Bavarian Forest
Vast stretches of dense evergreen forests across the German-Czech border region.
Jura Mountains
The rugged limestone ridges of the Jura range that form the natural border between France and Switzerland.
Lavaux Vineyards
UNESCO-listed terraced vineyards along the northern shore of Lake Geneva during the final approach.
Jet d'Eau
If landing on Runway 22, the right side offers a direct view of Geneva's iconic lake fountain.
The right side is ideal if the wind is from the southwest, as the approach over the lake provides clear views of Lausanne and the UN district. It is generally the 'shadier' side of the aircraft on this southwest heading, reducing glare on your photos.
Book Hotels in GenevaDistance: 1,261 km (784 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 41 min
Departure: WAW (52.1656990051, 20.9671001434)
Arrival: GVA (46.23809814453125, 6.108950138092041)
Route Type: International
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