While takeoff offers Berlin's urban geography, the landing approach into City Airport provides more dramatic and distinctive scenery—the Thames estuary and its complex waterway system are far more visually compelling than the flat Brandenburg plains. Left-side seats capture the entire approach sequence.
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Flight Path
Berlin to London is 575 miles (925 km), a flight of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
The flight crosses the North Sea at roughly 25,000 feet. Notable features along the route include the Frisian Islands (visible as small dark specks off the German coast), the Dutch coast near the Wadden Sea, and the English coast approaching Norfolk and Suffolk. The North Sea crossing itself offers little visual interest—mostly open water—but on clear days, the coastlines of both the continent and England are visible on the horizon.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from BER
RIGHTRight-side seats capture the Spree River winding through central Berlin and the city's urban sprawl expanding southwestward. You'll see the distinctive grid of Berlin's districts and the lakes of the Müggelsee system to the southeast before banking west toward the North Sea crossing.
Landing at LCY
LEFTLeft-side seats offer the best views of the Thames estuary, the North Kent marshes, and London's eastern approach. You'll see the Thames snaking through its floodplain, the Medway confluence, and the industrial areas of Tilbury before descending into City Airport's tight approach over the Isle of Dogs.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Berlin Brandenburg (BER) to City (LCY)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Berlin to London. While takeoff offers Berlin's urban geography, the landing approach into City Airport provides more dramatic and distinctive scenery—the Thames estuary and its complex waterway system are far more visually compelling than the flat Brandenburg plains. Left-side seats capture the entire approach sequence.
What can I see during takeoff from Berlin Brandenburg in Berlin?
During takeoff from Berlin Brandenburg (BER), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Spree River winding through central Berlin and the city's urban sprawl expanding southwestward. You'll see the distinctive grid of Berlin's districts and the lakes of the Müggelsee system to the southeast before banking west toward the North Sea crossing. Notable sights include: Spree River (central Berlin), Müggelsee lake system, Berlin-Tempelhof airfield ruins, Grunewald forest (western Berlin).
What can I see when landing at City in London?
When landing at City (LCY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer the best views of the Thames estuary, the North Kent marshes, and London's eastern approach. You'll see the Thames snaking through its floodplain, the Medway confluence, and the industrial areas of Tilbury before descending into City Airport's tight approach over the Isle of Dogs. Notable sights include: River Thames and estuary, Medway River confluence, Isle of Dogs (Canary Wharf district), North Kent marshes.
How long is the flight from Berlin to London?
The flight from Berlin Brandenburg (BER) to City (LCY) takes about 1 hour 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 575 miles (925 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Berlin to London flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the North Sea at roughly 25,000 feet. Notable features along the route include the Frisian Islands (visible as small dark specks off the German coast), the Dutch coast near the Wadden Sea, and the English coast approaching Norfolk and Suffolk. The North Sea crossing itself offers little visual interest—mostly open water—but on clear days, the coastlines of both the continent and England are visible on the horizon.