Right-side seats capture the most dramatic scenery: the Norwegian fjord and mountain landscape on departure is visually superior to the landing approach. While the landing offers interesting infrastructure and coastal views, the takeoff scenery from Alesund is more distinctive and memorable.
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Flight Path
Alesund to Copenhagen is 532 miles (857 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the North Sea heading southeast. Notable features include the Norwegian coastline receding to the northwest, the transition from mountainous terrain to lower coastal plains around southern Norway and northern Germany, and the Skagerrak strait separating Norway from Denmark. The Kattegat sea crossing occurs in the final 45 minutes before descent into Copenhagen. The landscape gradually transitions from fjord-carved mountains to flat agricultural plains characteristic of Denmark.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from AES
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Sunnmøre Alps and Geirangerfjord area as the aircraft climbs southeast from Vigra. The dramatic peaks and fjord system are immediately visible on departure and provide striking scenery during the initial climb phase.
Landing at CPH
LEFTLeft-side seats provide views of the Danish coastline, the Great Belt (Storebælt) crossing, and the approach into Copenhagen from the west. The transition from open water to the Sjælland peninsula and urban sprawl of the Copenhagen metropolitan area is visually coherent and distinctive.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Vigra (AES) to Kastrup (CPH)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Alesund to Copenhagen. Right-side seats capture the most dramatic scenery: the Norwegian fjord and mountain landscape on departure is visually superior to the landing approach. While the landing offers interesting infrastructure and coastal views, the takeoff scenery from Alesund is more distinctive and memorable.
What can I see during takeoff from Vigra in Alesund?
During takeoff from Vigra (AES), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Sunnmøre Alps and Geirangerfjord area as the aircraft climbs southeast from Vigra. The dramatic peaks and fjord system are immediately visible on departure and provide striking scenery during the initial climb phase. Notable sights include: Sunnmøre Alps, Geirangerfjord, Nordalsfjord, Storfjorden.
What can I see when landing at Kastrup in Copenhagen?
When landing at Kastrup (CPH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of the Danish coastline, the Great Belt (Storebælt) crossing, and the approach into Copenhagen from the west. The transition from open water to the Sjælland peninsula and urban sprawl of the Copenhagen metropolitan area is visually coherent and distinctive. Notable sights include: Great Belt Bridge, Sjælland Peninsula, Øresund Strait, Copenhagen urban area.
How long is the flight from Alesund to Copenhagen?
The flight from Vigra (AES) to Kastrup (CPH) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 532 miles (857 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Alesund to Copenhagen flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the North Sea heading southeast. Notable features include the Norwegian coastline receding to the northwest, the transition from mountainous terrain to lower coastal plains around southern Norway and northern Germany, and the Skagerrak strait separating Norway from Denmark. The Kattegat sea crossing occurs in the final 45 minutes before descent into Copenhagen. The landscape gradually transitions from fjord-carved mountains to flat agricultural plains characteristic of Denmark.