Berlin to London is 597 miles (961 km), a flight of about 2 hours 5 minutes.
The right side wins on both ends of the flight: a view of Berlin's skyline during climb-out and a sweep over the Thames and central London during the descent into Heathrow, while the left side mostly shows flat farmland with few distinguishing features.
Flight Path
The route crosses northern Germany's flat plains, then the Netherlands' polders and canals, before a brief crossing of the southern North Sea and the English coast near Essex on the way into London.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from BER
RIGHTDeparting BER on runway 24 (WSW), the initial climb puts Berlin's skyline on the right side as the aircraft passes north of the airport before turning west. Passengers can pick out the Fernsehturm TV tower, the Spree River, and the city's lake-dotted outskirts before the flat Brandenburg countryside takes over.
Landing at LHR
RIGHTHeathrow uses westerly operations most of the time, meaning arrivals from continental Europe descend from the east and often track over south London before turning onto final approach. This gives right-side passengers a clear view of the Thames, Canary Wharf, and central London landmarks in the last minutes of the flight.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Berlin Brandenburg (BER) to Heathrow (LHR)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Berlin to London. The right side wins on both ends of the flight: a view of Berlin's skyline during climb-out and a sweep over the Thames and central London during the descent into Heathrow, while the left side mostly shows flat farmland with few distinguishing features.
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. Departing BER on runway 24 (WSW), the initial climb puts Berlin's skyline on the right side as the aircraft passes north of the airport before turning west. Passengers can pick out the Fernsehturm TV tower, the Spree River, and the city's lake-dotted outskirts before the flat Brandenburg countryside takes over. Notable sights include: Berlin TV Tower (Fernsehturm), Spree River, Reichstag dome, Brandenburg lake district.
What can I see when landing at Heathrow in London?
When landing at Heathrow (LHR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Heathrow uses westerly operations most of the time, meaning arrivals from continental Europe descend from the east and often track over south London before turning onto final approach. This gives right-side passengers a clear view of the Thames, Canary Wharf, and central London landmarks in the last minutes of the flight. Notable sights include: Thames River, Canary Wharf towers, London Eye, south London rooftops.
How long is the flight from Berlin to London?
The flight from Berlin Brandenburg (BER) to Heathrow (LHR) takes about 2 hours 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 597 miles (961 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Berlin to London flight path pass over?
The route crosses northern Germany's flat plains, then the Netherlands' polders and canals, before a brief crossing of the southern North Sea and the English coast near Essex on the way into London.