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Which side of the plane to sit from Modlin Airport (Warsaw) to London Stansted Airport (London)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side generally offers superior views of major urban centers including the Warsaw skyline shortly after takeoff, the southern outskirts of Berlin, and the intricate Thames Estuary on the final approach into Stansted.

Left Side Highlights
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Warsaw Skyline

A distant but clear view of the Palace of Culture and Science and the growing cluster of skyscrapers in central Warsaw.

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PoznaΕ„

The historic Polish city and its airport are often visible as the flight tracks west toward the German border.

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Berlin Southern Suburbs

Depending on the airway, the sprawling southern reaches of the German capital and the Brandenburg region appear to the south.

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Port of Rotterdam

As you exit the Dutch coast, you can see the massive industrial infrastructure of Europe's largest seaport.

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Thames Estuary

During the descent, witness the winding waters of the Thames and the industrial heart of the Essex and Kent coastlines.

Book a seat in the front or rear of the plane to avoid wing obstruction. On late afternoon flights, the sun will be on this side, which may cause glare; however, it provides the best lighting for the Thames Estuary during the golden hour just before landing.

Right Side Highlights
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Kampinos National Park

Immediately after departing Modlin, enjoy views of this vast UNESCO biosphere reserve directly north of the flight path.

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West Frisian Islands

Stunning views of the chain of islands off the Dutch coast, including Texel, surrounded by the turquoise North Sea.

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North Sea Wind Farms

Observe the massive offshore wind arrays that dot the sea between the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.

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Cambridge

On the final approach to Stansted, the historic university city and its distinctive college architecture are often visible to the north.

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East Anglian Fens

The geometric patterns of the highly fertile, flat agricultural lands of East England create a unique patchwork quilt effect.

The right side is ideal for morning flights as you will be facing away from the sun. It is the best side for spotting the unique geography of the Dutch Wadden Sea and the offshore energy infrastructure. Look out for the distinctive silhouette of Ely Cathedral shortly before touchdown.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,389 km (863 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 51 min

Departure: WMI (52.451099, 20.6518)

Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)

Route Type: International

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