Right-side seats dominate both takeoff and landing. The flight path itself (northeast across the North Sea) means right-side passengers see the Scottish coastline receding and the Norwegian fjord system appearing on approach, while left-side views are mostly open water.
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Flight Path
Edinburgh to Bergen is 433 miles (697 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The flight crosses the North Sea at roughly 25,000-30,000 feet. The midpoint lies over open water between the Scottish east coast and the Norwegian coast. No significant landmarks are visible at cruise altitude over open ocean, though on exceptionally clear days the Norwegian coastline begins appearing on the right (east) side of the aircraft in the final 30 minutes of flight as the aircraft descends toward Bergen. The Shetland Islands lie to the north of this route and are not typically visible.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from EDI
RIGHTEdinburgh Airport typically departs runway 06 (northeast) or 24 (southwest). Right-side seats offer the best views regardless of runway: departing northeast gives views of the Firth of Forth and the Pentland Hills to the right; departing southwest puts the Pentland Hills and Southern Uplands on the right side of the climb.
Landing at BGO
RIGHTBergen Flesland typically uses runway 01 (north) or 19 (south). Right-side seats provide superior views on both approaches: northbound approaches show the Hardangerfjord and surrounding mountains on the right; southbound approaches reveal the fjord system and coastal mountains equally well on the right side during descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Edinburgh (EDI) to Bergen Flesland (BGO)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Edinburgh to Bergen. Right-side seats dominate both takeoff and landing. The flight path itself (northeast across the North Sea) means right-side passengers see the Scottish coastline receding and the Norwegian fjord system appearing on approach, while left-side views are mostly open water.
What can I see during takeoff from Edinburgh in Edinburgh?
During takeoff from Edinburgh (EDI), sit on the Right side for the best views. Edinburgh Airport typically departs runway 06 (northeast) or 24 (southwest). Right-side seats offer the best views regardless of runway: departing northeast gives views of the Firth of Forth and the Pentland Hills to the right; departing southwest puts the Pentland Hills and Southern Uplands on the right side of the climb. Notable sights include: Firth of Forth (body of water immediately east), Pentland Hills (rolling moorland ridge south of airport), Edinburgh city center with Castle Rock (visible as urban cluster to the west during initial climb), Bass Rock (small rocky island in the Firth, visible on clear days).
What can I see when landing at Bergen Flesland in Bergen?
When landing at Bergen Flesland (BGO), sit on the Right side for the best views. Bergen Flesland typically uses runway 01 (north) or 19 (south). Right-side seats provide superior views on both approaches: northbound approaches show the Hardangerfjord and surrounding mountains on the right; southbound approaches reveal the fjord system and coastal mountains equally well on the right side during descent. Notable sights include: Hardangerfjord (major fjord system with steep mountainous sides), Flesland peninsula (low, forested terrain where airport sits), surrounding coastal mountains with snow patches (visible on higher peaks year-round), Byfjorden (smaller fjord visible on approach from certain angles).
How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Bergen?
The flight from Edinburgh (EDI) to Bergen Flesland (BGO) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 433 miles (697 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Edinburgh to Bergen flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the North Sea at roughly 25,000-30,000 feet. The midpoint lies over open water between the Scottish east coast and the Norwegian coast. No significant landmarks are visible at cruise altitude over open ocean, though on exceptionally clear days the Norwegian coastline begins appearing on the right (east) side of the aircraft in the final 30 minutes of flight as the aircraft descends toward Bergen. The Shetland Islands lie to the north of this route and are not typically visible.