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WAW → SZZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Warsaw Chopin Airport (Warsaw) to Szczecin-Goleniów "Solidarność" Airport (Szczecin)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more consistent view of major urban centers, including the Warsaw skyline upon departure and the city of Poznań during the cruise phase.
Warsaw Skyscrapers
A stunning view of the Palace of Culture and Science and the modern business district during takeoff from runways 29 or 33.
Kampinos National Park
The southern fringes of this vast forest complex, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, are visible just west of the capital.
Wielkopolska Patchwork
Characteristic Polish agricultural patterns with long, narrow fields create a colorful geometric mosaic mid-flight.
Poznań Metropolitan Area
The historic city of Poznań and its surrounding lakes are often visible halfway through the journey.
Warta River Meanders
The winding path of the Warta River as it flows through the western Polish lowlands toward the Oder.
For the best photography of Warsaw's skyline, evening flights are ideal as the sun sets in the west, illuminating the glass towers. On winter flights, the snow-covered fields of Greater Poland (Wielkopolska) look particularly striking from this side.
Vistula River Valley
The broad and wild valley of Poland's longest river as it snakes northwards from Warsaw.
Modlin Airport
Warsaw's secondary airport and the historic Modlin Fortress at the confluence of the Vistula and Narew rivers.
Toruń and Bydgoszcz
On clear days, these twin cities in the Kuyavian-Pomeranian region can be spotted on the northern horizon.
Drawskie Lake District
Glacial lakes and dense forests characterize the landscape as the flight enters the West Pomeranian region.
Szczecin Lagoon
In the distance during descent, the massive Zalew Szczeciński marks the border between Poland and Germany.
Morning flights on the right side offer excellent lighting of the Vistula River. Keep your eyes peeled for the Drawskie Lakeland during the final 15 minutes of the flight; the blue lakes contrast sharply with the dark green forests.
Distance: 436 km (271 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 44 min
Departure: WAW (52.1656990051, 20.9671001434)
Arrival: SZZ (53.584701538100006, 14.9021997452)
Route Type: Domestic
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