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WRO → PIK
Which side of the plane to sit from Copernicus Wrocław Airport (Wroclaw) to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (Prestwick)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior mix of dramatic mountain ranges at departure and arrival, including the Sudetes and the English Lake District, ending with a stunning approach over the Firth of Clyde.
Sudetes Mountains
Shortly after takeoff from Wrocław, look south to see the expansive Sudetes range along the Polish-Czech border.
Karkonosze National Park
Spot the distinctive peak of Śnieżka, the highest point in the Giant Mountains, visible to the south.
Hanover and Central Germany
The flight path typically traverses the rolling landscapes and urban centers of Lower Saxony.
Lake District National Park
As you cross into Northern England, witness the rugged peaks and glacial ribbon lakes of Cumbria.
Solway Firth
A beautiful view of the coastal border between England and Scotland as the plane begins its descent.
Isle of Arran
On final approach to Prestwick, the dramatic granite peaks of Arran often appear to the west across the water.
Choose the left side for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic and the Irish Sea. Keep your camera ready about 10 minutes after takeoff for the Sudetes and approximately 20 minutes before landing for the Lake District. In winter, the snow-capped Karkonosze mountains are particularly striking.
Wrocław City Center
A great view of the 'Venice of Poland' and the winding Oder River immediately after departure.
North German Plain
The vast, flat agricultural heartlands of Northern Germany stretch toward the Baltic horizon.
Dutch Coastline
View the intricate network of dikes and the Frisian Islands if the flight path tracks slightly north.
North Sea Wind Farms
Look down at the massive offshore wind arrays that power much of Northern Europe.
Southern Uplands
The rolling green hills and moorlands of southern Scotland provide a classic Caledonian greeting.
Firth of Forth
On clear days, you can see the distant outline of the Edinburgh skyline and the iconic Forth bridges to the north.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. It provides better views of the North Sea maritime traffic and the vast wind farms. Watch for the change in terrain from the flat European plains to the emerald green, undulating hills of Scotland as you cross the coastline.
Distance: 1,501 km (933 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs
Departure: WRO (51.10269927979999, 16.885799408)
Arrival: PIK (55.5093994140625, -4.586669921875)
Route Type: International
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