About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Bergen Flesland (BGO) to Berlin Brandenburg (BER)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bergen to Berlin. Right-side seats capture the superior views on departure (fjord system and Folgefonna glacier), while the landing view is comparable on both sides given the approach angle. The takeoff experience is more dramatic and geographically distinctive, making right the better overall choice.
What can I see during takeoff from Bergen Flesland in Bergen?
During takeoff from Bergen Flesland (BGO), sit on the Right side for the best views. Bergen Flesland typically departs runway 01 (northbound) or 19 (southbound). Right-side seats offer views of the fjord system immediately west and the Folgefonna glacier plateau to the south. The right side captures the dramatic coastal topography that defines Bergen's geography. Notable sights include: Byfjorden (inner harbor fjord), Folgefonna glacier plateau (visible as white peaks 40+ km south), Sotra Island (large island west of airport), Ulriken mountain (1,844 m, northeast of city).
What can I see when landing at Berlin Brandenburg in Berlin?
When landing at Berlin Brandenburg (BER), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching Berlin Brandenburg typically uses runway 07L/07R (eastbound) or 25L/25R (westbound). Left-side seats on approach from the west offer views of the Spree River's winding path through Berlin, the Grunewald forest, and the city's western districts. This provides better orientation to Berlin's urban geography. Notable sights include: Spree River (meandering through the city), Grunewald forest (large wooded area west of city center), Tegeler See (large lake northwest of approach path), Tegel Airport area (former airport, now visible as cleared land).
How long is the flight from Bergen to Berlin?
The flight from Bergen Flesland (BGO) to Berlin Brandenburg (BER) takes Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Bergen to Berlin flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the North Sea and Danish airspace. Notable features include the Skagerrak strait (between Norway and Sweden), the Kattegat (between Denmark and Sweden), and the Danish peninsula. At cruise altitude (around 25,000-30,000 feet), the Scandinavian coastline recedes northward while the flat Danish landscape and Baltic region appear ahead. The transition from mountainous Norway to flat northern European plains is gradual but distinct over the 2-hour flight.