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ZRH → DUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Zürich Airport (Zurich) to Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the winding Rhine River and the Black Forest, culminating in an iconic view of the Cologne Cathedral during the approach to Düsseldorf.
Zurich City & Lake
Immediate views of the Limmat river, the historic Old Town, and the northern tip of Lake Zurich after takeoff.
The Black Forest
Aerial perspective of the Schwarzwald's dense evergreen canopies and rolling hills as you cross into Germany.
Rhine River Bend
Follow the silver thread of the Rhine as it snakes north, marking the historic border between Germany and France.
Cologne Cathedral
On the descent, the twin spires of the Kölner Dom are often visible on the left side as the plane tracks toward DUS.
For the best experience, choose a seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. On evening flights, the sunset over the Rhine valley creates a golden reflection on the water. Keep your camera ready about 10-15 minutes before landing for the Cologne city skyline.
Swiss Alpine View
A stunning panoramic view of the snow-capped Swiss Alps to the south during the initial climb out of ZRH.
Lake Constance
The vast expanse of the Bodensee is visible to the east, where Germany, Switzerland, and Austria meet.
Swabian Jura
The rugged limestone plateaus and dramatic escarpments of the Schwäbische Alb region.
Ruhr Basin
The transition into the high-density urban and industrial landscape of Germany's industrial heartland during landing.
The right side is best for mountain enthusiasts during the first 10 minutes of the flight. If traveling in winter, the snow coverage on the Swabian Jura is particularly photogenic. Afternoon flights on this side may experience direct sun, so bring sunglasses.
Distance: 444 km (276 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 44 min
Departure: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Route Type: International
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