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Which side of the plane to sit from Copernicus Wrocław Airport (Wroclaw) to Zürich Airport (Zurich)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior vantage point for the Karkonosze mountains shortly after takeoff and offers a spectacular panoramic view of the Swiss Alps during the descent into Zurich.

Left Side Highlights
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Karkonosze Mountains

Dramatic views of the Giant Mountains and Śnieżka peak shortly after departing Wroclaw.

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Prague Cityscape

The historic towers and bridges of the Czech capital are often visible to the southwest.

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Danube River

Observe the winding path of the Danube near the historic city of Regensburg in Bavaria.

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Swiss Alps Panorama

As the flight descends, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Glarus Alps dominate the horizon.

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Lake Zurich

Aerial views of the long, narrow lake and the gold coast suburbs during the final approach.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. During winter, look for the snow-covered peaks of the Sudetes and the Alps, which are the primary scenic highlights of this route.

Right Side Highlights
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Bohemian Forest

Vast stretches of dense greenery along the border between the Czech Republic and Germany.

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Nuremberg

The red roofs and historic center of this major Franconian city can be spotted mid-flight.

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Lake Constance

A massive view of the 'Bodensee' where Germany, Austria, and Switzerland converge.

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Black Forest

The eastern edges of the Schwarzwald are visible as you enter Swiss airspace.

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Northern Zurich

Views of the industrial and residential districts of northern Zurich just before touchdown.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to minimize glare. It offers the best perspective of Lake Constance, which is the most significant water feature on this trajectory.

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Route Information

Distance: 727 km (452 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min

Departure: WRO (51.10269927979999, 16.885799408)

Arrival: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)

Route Type: International

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