The left side delivers the dramatic Rocky Mountain panorama on departure, which is one of the most spectacular views in North American aviation. Over the Atlantic and Greenland the views are similar on both sides, but the departure experience tips the balance to the left. On arrival the right side is better for Stockholm, but the Rockies view at takeoff is the highlight of this route.
Flight Path
The route tracks northeast over the Canadian prairies (Saskatchewan, Manitoba), then Hudson Bay or James Bay, across Labrador and the Labrador Sea, southern Greenland's ice sheet and coastal fjords, Iceland or just south of it, then across the Norwegian Sea before descending over Scandinavia. Greenland's ice cap and coastal mountain fjords are the most dramatic midpoint feature, visible on both sides depending on exact routing.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from DEN
LEFTDEN typically departs westbound on runway 16R/34L or eastbound on 8/26. For a transatlantic northeast routing, aircraft often climb out heading east then arc northeast. A left-side seat gives you the best view of the Front Range and Rocky Mountains as the plane banks north. The entire wall of the Rockies from Pikes Peak to Longs Peak is visible on the left as you climb out westward.
Landing at ARN
RIGHTArlanda typically uses runways oriented roughly north-south (01L/19R and 01R/19L). Arriving from the southwest on a standard approach, right-side seats get views over Lake Mälaren, Stockholm's archipelago islands, and the city center. The approach path from the southwest puts the Stockholm urban area and the lake system on the right side of the aircraft.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Denver International (DEN) to Arlanda (ARN)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Denver to Stockholm. The left side delivers the dramatic Rocky Mountain panorama on departure, which is one of the most spectacular views in North American aviation. Over the Atlantic and Greenland the views are similar on both sides, but the departure experience tips the balance to the left. On arrival the right side is better for Stockholm, but the Rockies view at takeoff is the highlight of this route.
What can I see during takeoff from Denver International in Denver?
During takeoff from Denver International (DEN), sit on the Left side for the best views. DEN typically departs westbound on runway 16R/34L or eastbound on 8/26. For a transatlantic northeast routing, aircraft often climb out heading east then arc northeast. A left-side seat gives you the best view of the Front Range and Rocky Mountains as the plane banks north. The entire wall of the Rockies from Pikes Peak to Longs Peak is visible on the left as you climb out westward. Notable sights include: Front Range Rocky Mountains (Longs Peak, Pikes Peak visible to south), Denver city grid below, Cherry Creek Reservoir, the distinctive white tent roof of DEN terminal.
What can I see when landing at Arlanda in Stockholm?
When landing at Arlanda (ARN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Arlanda typically uses runways oriented roughly north-south (01L/19R and 01R/19L). Arriving from the southwest on a standard approach, right-side seats get views over Lake Mälaren, Stockholm's archipelago islands, and the city center. The approach path from the southwest puts the Stockholm urban area and the lake system on the right side of the aircraft. Notable sights include: Lake Mälaren (large lake west of Stockholm), Stockholm archipelago (Baltic Sea islands to the east), Uppsala city to the north, Stockholm city center and Gamla Stan island.
How long is the flight from Denver to Stockholm?
The flight from Denver International (DEN) to Arlanda (ARN) takes Approximately 9 to 10 hours.
What does the Denver to Stockholm flight path pass over?
The route tracks northeast over the Canadian prairies (Saskatchewan, Manitoba), then Hudson Bay or James Bay, across Labrador and the Labrador Sea, southern Greenland's ice sheet and coastal fjords, Iceland or just south of it, then across the Norwegian Sea before descending over Scandinavia. Greenland's ice cap and coastal mountain fjords are the most dramatic midpoint feature, visible on both sides depending on exact routing.