About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Kastrup (CPH) to Tallinn (TLL)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Copenhagen to Tallinn-ulemiste International. Left seats dominate both takeoff and landing phases with views of the Øresund Strait and Swedish coast—the most visually distinctive features of this short route. The water crossing and international strait views outweigh the inland terrain visible from the right.
What can I see during takeoff from Kastrup in Copenhagen?
During takeoff from Kastrup (CPH), sit on the Right side for the best views. CPH typically departs eastbound (runways 04L/04R or 22L/22R depending on wind). Right-side seats offer views of the Øresund Strait and the Swedish coast near Malmö as you climb out over water, then the Danish archipelago and inland lakes. Left seats face inland toward Sjælland's forests and towns. Notable sights include: Øresund Strait (the narrow water channel between Denmark and Sweden), Malmö's urban area on the Swedish coast (visible across the strait), Amager Island's southern edge, Drogden Lighthouse area.
What can I see when landing at Tallinn in Tallinn-ulemiste International?
When landing at Tallinn (TLL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching CPH from the northeast (typical arrival from Estonia), left-side seats provide views of the Swedish coast, the Øresund Strait, and the approach path over water before descending toward Kastrup. Right seats face inland over Sjælland. The water crossing and strait views are more distinctive than inland terrain. Notable sights include: Øresund Strait, Malmö's waterfront and urban grid, Amager Island, Kastrup's runway infrastructure and surrounding flat terrain.
How long is the flight from Copenhagen to Tallinn-ulemiste International?
The flight from Kastrup (CPH) to Tallinn (TLL) takes Approximately 50-55 minutes.
What does the Copenhagen to Tallinn-ulemiste International flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the Baltic Sea at low altitude relative to longer routes. Notable features include the Øresund Strait at departure, then open Baltic waters with occasional small islands and shipping traffic. The Swedish archipelago (Stockholm Skärgård) lies to the north but is not directly on the route. Approaching Estonia, the coastline near Tallinn-Ulemiste becomes visible, with Tallinn's Old Town and harbor area identifiable in good visibility. The route is relatively short and over water for most of the journey, offering limited inland landmarks.