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WMI β EMA
Which side of the plane to sit from Modlin Airport (Warsaw) to East Midlands Airport (East Midlands)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Vistula River valley shortly after takeoff, the sprawling Dutch coast, and the distinctive geography of the English Wash during the descent.
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Vistula River Valley
The winding path of Poland's longest river as it snakes northwards from Warsaw.
PoznaΕ
A clear view of one of Poland's oldest and most vibrant cities in the west.
Ruhr Valley Borders
The dense industrial and urban landscapes of Western Germany as you approach the border.
Dutch Polders
Geometric patterns of reclaimed land and intricate canal systems along the Netherlands coast.
The Wash
The massive, square-shaped bay and estuary on the east coast of England.
Midlands Countryside
The classic 'patchwork quilt' of the English rural landscape during final approach.
Sit on the left for the best sunlight exposure during morning flights, though be aware of glare. This side provides a better angle for seeing the Norfolk and Lincolnshire coastlines as the aircraft turns to align with the EMA runway. Watch for the lights of Leicester if flying in the evening.
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Kampinos National Park
A vast area of protected forest and sand dunes located just south of Modlin Airport.
Berlin Skyline
Depending on the specific airway, the German capital and its TV Tower are often visible to the north.
Frisian Islands
The chain of sandy barrier islands along the German and Dutch North Sea coast.
North Sea Wind Farms
Massive offshore renewable energy arrays appearing as tiny white dots in the blue water.
Lincoln Cathedral
One of Europe's finest Gothic buildings, perched prominently on a hill as you enter UK airspace.
Nottingham City
Panoramic views of the 'Queen of the Midlands' shortly before touchdown.
The right side is ideal for spotting Berlin and the Frisian Islands. In the late afternoon, this side remains in the shade, making it easier to take photos without window reflections. Keep an eye out for the Humber Bridge in the distance if the flight path takes a more northerly route over the UK.
Book Hotels in East MidlandsDistance: 1,478 km (918 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 58 min
Departure: WMI (52.451099, 20.6518)
Arrival: EMA (52.8311004639, -1.32806003094)
Route Type: International
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