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Tip: Sit on the left side for landing.
The left side offers a prime view of the Baltic Sea coastline and the historic church spires of the UNESCO-listed Old Town during the final approach into the airport.
The left side offers a prime view of the Baltic Sea coastline and the historic church spires of the UNESCO-listed Old Town during the final approach into the airport.
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Taurus Mountains in Turkey and the rugged Carpathian range in Central Europe, while benefiting from better lighting conditions on northbound routes.
The right side offers a superior mix of Scottish mountain scenery, the intricate tidal patterns of the Wadden Sea, and a spectacular view of the Latvian Riviera upon arrival.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the intricate Norwegian archipelagos upon departure and the best views of the Swedish island of Gotland and the Riga skyline during the final approach.
The right side offers superior views of the iconic Baltic islands, Γland and Gotland, along with the scenic Latvian coastline and the popular Jurmala resort area during the final approach.
The right side offers a superior view of the Aral Sea's dramatic transformation and the expansive Kyzylkum desert landscapes, followed by the lush greenery of the Baltic region.
The Right Side is favored for its distant views of the Moscow skyline during departure and the spectacular coastal reveal of the Gulf of Riga and Jurmala during the descent.
The left side offers a more diverse landscape, including the rolling foothills of the Carpathians, the intricate lake districts of Lithuania, and a superior perspective of the Baltic coastline during the descent into Riga.
The left side provides a more scenic approach into Riga, offering views of the Baltic coastline and the sprawling greenery of the Baltics, while avoiding the direct harsh sun on afternoon flights.
The right side offers spectacular views of the Oresund Bridge connecting Denmark and Sweden, along with a more dramatic approach over the Latvian coastline and the city of Riga.
The left side is typically superior for this route as it offers the most scenic views of the Danish archipelago and a beautiful water-based approach over the Gulf of Riga.
The Right Side offers a superior perspective of the Baltic coastline, including the historic Suomenlinna fortress, the Estonian islands, and the famous white-sand beaches of JΕ«rmala during the final descent.
The left side offers a superior perspective of the UNESCO-listed High Coast of Sweden and a more direct view of the Estonian islands during the descent into the Baltics.