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ZRH → KRK
Which side of the plane to sit from Zürich Airport (Zurich) to Kraków John Paul II International Airport (Krakow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a consistent panorama of the Northern Alps shortly after takeoff and the dramatic High Tatras during the descent into Poland.
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The Alps
Breathtaking views of the Swiss and Austrian Alpine peaks stretching along the southern horizon.
Lake Constance
The vast expanse of the Bodensee where Switzerland, Germany, and Austria meet.
High Tatras
Jagged, snow-capped granite peaks on the Slovak-Polish border visible during the final 20 minutes of flight.
Wawel Royal Castle
If the flight approaches Kraków from the west, the historic castle and the Vistula river curve are visible.
Select a seat well behind the wing for unobstructed photos of the mountains. Morning flights offer the crispest air for mountain visibility. In winter, the snow coverage on the Alps and Tatras is exceptionally photogenic.
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Black Forest
Dense evergreen forests and rolling hills of Southern Germany visible shortly after departure.
Prague Panorama
On clear days with a northerly routing, the spires of the Czech capital can be seen in the distance.
Silesian Urban Area
The dense industrial landscape and cooling towers of Katowice and the surrounding Upper Silesian region.
Sit on this side for better lighting during late afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun. This side is ideal for spotting the transition from the German plateau to the Polish plains.
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Get eSIMs for PolandDistance: 872 km (542 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Arrival: KRK (50.077702, 19.7848)
Route Type: International
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