The right side combines a scenic Copenhagen harbor departure with a spectacular Venice lagoon arrival, while the left side offers comparatively flat, less distinctive terrain during both phases.
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Flight Path
Copenhagen to Venice is 699 miles (1,125 km), a flight of about 2 hours 10 minutes.
Northern German plains, Austrian Alps near the Brenner Pass, Dolomite peaks of northern Italy
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase

Takeoff from CPH
RIGHTDeparting CPH southbound, the right side offers views of Copenhagen's city center, harbor, and the Øresund Strait with the Öresund Bridge linking to Sweden, while the left side mostly shows flat farmland toward the Baltic.

Landing at VCE
RIGHTOn approach into VCE, the flight path curves over the Venetian lagoon, giving right-side passengers a sweeping view of Venice's historic islands, canals, and the barrier sandbars separating the lagoon from the Adriatic.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Kastrup (CPH) to Venezia Tessera (VCE)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Copenhagen to Venice. The right side combines a scenic Copenhagen harbor departure with a spectacular Venice lagoon arrival, while the left side offers comparatively flat, less distinctive terrain during both phases.
What can I see during takeoff from Kastrup in Copenhagen?
During takeoff from Kastrup (CPH), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing CPH southbound, the right side offers views of Copenhagen's city center, harbor, and the Øresund Strait with the Öresund Bridge linking to Sweden, while the left side mostly shows flat farmland toward the Baltic. Notable sights include: Copenhagen city center, Øresund Strait, Öresund Bridge, Amager coastline.
What can I see when landing at Venezia Tessera in Venice?
When landing at Venezia Tessera (VCE), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into VCE, the flight path curves over the Venetian lagoon, giving right-side passengers a sweeping view of Venice's historic islands, canals, and the barrier sandbars separating the lagoon from the Adriatic. Notable sights include: Venice historic center, Venetian lagoon, Lido barrier island, Adriatic coastline.
How long is the flight from Copenhagen to Venice?
The flight from Kastrup (CPH) to Venezia Tessera (VCE) takes about 2 hours 10 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 699 miles (1,125 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Copenhagen to Venice flight path pass over?
Northern German plains, Austrian Alps near the Brenner Pass, Dolomite peaks of northern Italy