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WAW → KRK
Which side of the plane to sit from Warsaw Chopin Airport (Warsaw) to Kraków John Paul II International Airport (Krakow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning panorama of central Poland, featuring the ancient Holy Cross Mountains and, on clear days, the jagged peaks of the High Tatras on the southern horizon.
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Wilanów Palace
Historic royal palace and baroque gardens on the southern edge of Warsaw.
Vistula River
Aerial views of the winding riverbanks and natural sandbars.
Holy Cross Mountains
One of Europe's oldest ranges featuring the famous Łysa Góra monastery.
Sandomierz Basin
A patchwork of colorful orchards and fertile agricultural fields.
Tatra Mountains
Breath-taking views of the snow-capped High Tatras in the distance during descent.
Choose this side for morning flights to see the sunrise reflecting off the Vistula. During the descent, look south for a magnificent silhouette of the Tatra Mountains. Keep an eye out for the monastery on Łysa Góra in the Holy Cross Mountains mid-flight.
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Kampinos Forest
Extensive pine forests and marshlands visible shortly after takeoff.
Eagle Nests Trail
A series of 14th-century royal castles perched atop limestone rocks.
Jasna Góra
The famous monastery complex in Częstochowa visible in the distance.
Ojców National Park
Dramatic limestone cliffs and the scenic Prądnik River valley.
Jurassic Highland
Stark white limestone outcrops scattered across the rolling green landscape.
Select the right side for late afternoon flights to enjoy the golden hour over the Jura Krakowsko-Częstochowska. You will pass over several medieval 'Eagle Nests' castles. Upon approach to Kraków, you can often see the limestone cliffs of Ojców National Park.
Book Hotels in KrakowDistance: 246 km (153 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: WAW (52.1656990051, 20.9671001434)
Arrival: KRK (50.077702, 19.7848)
Route Type: Domestic
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