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Which side of the plane to sit from Zadar Airport (Zadar) to Billund Airport (Billund)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers unparalleled views of the Adriatic archipelago shortly after takeoff and better perspectives of the high Central Alps during the mid-flight cruise.

Left Side Highlights
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Kornati Archipelago

Dozens of karst islands scattered in the turquoise Adriatic Sea visible immediately after takeoff from Zadar.

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Hohe Tauern Peaks

Panoramic views of the Grossglockner and the glaciated peaks of the central Austrian Alps.

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Munich and Allianz Arena

Clear views of the Bavarian capital and its iconic glowing white stadium if the flight path passes to the west.

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Harz Mountains

The northernmost mountain range in Germany, featuring dense forests and the Brocken peak.

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Wadden Sea

The unique tidal flats and North Sea coastline as the aircraft crosses into the Jutland peninsula.

Sit on the left for the best morning light on the Croatian islands. During the descent into Billund, this side often catches a glimpse of the North Sea coast if the approach path curves from the west. Use a window seat behind the wing to avoid engine glare when photographing the Alps.

Right Side Highlights
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Velebit Mountain Range

The largest mountain range in Croatia, showing dramatic limestone cliffs and deep canyons.

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Lake Chiemsee

The 'Bavarian Sea' with its prominent islands, Herreninsel and Fraueninsel, visible as you enter German airspace.

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Salzburg Fortress

A distant but distinct view of the Hohensalzburg Fortress and the surrounding Austrian lake district.

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Elbe River and Hamburg

The massive port infrastructure and the winding Elbe river as the plane heads toward Scandinavia.

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Legoland Billund

On final approach, you can often spot the colorful LEGO House and the theme park adjacent to the airport.

The right side is ideal for evening flights to avoid the harsh setting sun. Keep an eye out for the distinctive red roofs of Danish towns during the low-altitude descent. If flying during winter, the snow-covered Velebit mountains provide a stark, beautiful contrast to the Adriatic coast.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,366 km (849 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 49 min

Departure: ZAD (44.108299, 15.3467)

Arrival: BLL (55.7402992249, 9.15178012848)

Route Type: International

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