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ZRH → DRS
Which side of the plane to sit from Zürich Airport (Zurich) to Dresden Airport (Dresden)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior perspective of Lake Constance early in the flight and the rugged terrain of the Ore Mountains and Saxon Switzerland during the arrival sequence.
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Lake Constance (Bodensee)
A spectacular view of Central Europe's third-largest lake where Germany, Switzerland, and Austria meet.
Alpine Panorama
A trailing view of the Swiss and Austrian Alps peaks fading into the southern horizon during the initial climb.
Ore Mountains (Erzgebirge)
The dramatic ridge along the German-Czech border, characterized by deep valleys and mining heritage.
Saxon Switzerland
Look for the unique Elbe Sandstone formations and the famous Bastei bridge area just south of the city during descent.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to catch the sunrise over the Alps and the Bodensee. Keep your camera ready about 10-15 minutes before landing to capture the winding Elbe river and the jagged sandstone cliffs of the national park.
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Zurich City Skyline
Excellent views of the city center and the northern tip of Lake Zurich immediately after departure.
Black Forest Edge
Distant views of the dark, dense evergreen forests of southwestern Germany to the west.
Franconian Jura
A view over the rolling limestone plateaus and valleys of central Bavaria during the cruise phase.
Dresden City Center
If landing on Runway 22, this side offers the best look at the reconstructed Frauenkirche and Zwinger palace complex.
Sit on the left if you are flying in the late afternoon to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is also preferred for seeing the historic 'Florence on the Elbe' skyline if the wind dictates a southwest-facing landing approach.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 556 km (345 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 56 min
Departure: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Arrival: DRS (51.1328010559082, 13.767200469970703)
Route Type: International
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