Stockholm to Beauvais is 943 miles (1,517 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
Right side captures the most visually distinctive features: Stockholm's archipelago during departure and the Seine-Oise river valleys during approach. The flight path generally tracks southwest, making right-side views more rewarding for scenic interest.
Flight Path
The flight crosses the Baltic Sea briefly, then passes over southern Sweden and the Scania region (visible flat agricultural landscape), continues over the Kattegat strait region, crosses Denmark (low-lying terrain, visible lakes and coastline), then enters Germany and northern France. The North German Plain dominates the midpoint, appearing as extensive flat agricultural land. As the aircraft approaches France, the Seine River system becomes visible, with its characteristic meandering pattern through the Normandy and Picardy regions.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from ARN
RIGHTRight side offers views of Stockholm's archipelago and Mälaren lake as the aircraft climbs southwestward. Left side faces inland forest with minimal visual interest during initial climb.
Landing at BVA
LEFTLeft side provides views of the Seine River valley, Beauvais Cathedral, and the Oise River as the aircraft descends toward Tille Airport. Right side faces less distinctive agricultural terrain.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Arlanda (ARN) to Tille (BVA)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Stockholm to Beauvais. Right side captures the most visually distinctive features: Stockholm's archipelago during departure and the Seine-Oise river valleys during approach. The flight path generally tracks southwest, making right-side views more rewarding for scenic interest.
What can I see during takeoff from Arlanda in Stockholm?
During takeoff from Arlanda (ARN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side offers views of Stockholm's archipelago and Mälaren lake as the aircraft climbs southwestward. Left side faces inland forest with minimal visual interest during initial climb. Notable sights include: Stockholm archipelago (thousands of islands and skerries), Lake Mälaren (large freshwater lake west of the city), Stockholm city center and waterfront districts.
What can I see when landing at Tille in Beauvais?
When landing at Tille (BVA), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side provides views of the Seine River valley, Beauvais Cathedral, and the Oise River as the aircraft descends toward Tille Airport. Right side faces less distinctive agricultural terrain. Notable sights include: Beauvais Cathedral (distinctive Gothic structure visible from altitude), Oise River valley, Seine River system to the south, agricultural patchwork of Picardy region.
How long is the flight from Stockholm to Beauvais?
The flight from Arlanda (ARN) to Tille (BVA) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 943 miles (1,517 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Stockholm to Beauvais flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the Baltic Sea briefly, then passes over southern Sweden and the Scania region (visible flat agricultural landscape), continues over the Kattegat strait region, crosses Denmark (low-lying terrain, visible lakes and coastline), then enters Germany and northern France. The North German Plain dominates the midpoint, appearing as extensive flat agricultural land. As the aircraft approaches France, the Seine River system becomes visible, with its characteristic meandering pattern through the Normandy and Picardy regions.