The right side captures Edinburgh's coastal and castle scenery on departure and the Frankfurt skyline on arrival, giving it more consistent visual interest than the largely flat, featureless terrain on the left.
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Flight Path
Edinburgh to Frankfurt is 642 miles (1,033 km), a flight of about 1 hour 50 minutes.
North Sea crossing, Dutch and northern German coastal plain, Rhine-Ruhr lowlands
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from EDI
RIGHTDeparting EDI on runway 24, aircraft climb southwest before turning left toward the continent, banking over the Firth of Forth and Edinburgh's Old Town. Passengers on the right get a good look at Arthur's Seat, the Forth bridges, and the city skyline before leveling off over the Scottish Borders.
Landing at FRA
RIGHTIn Frankfurt's typical westerly configuration, arrivals descend from the east, passing just north of the city before lining up on the parallel runways. This puts the Frankfurt skyline's cluster of skyscrapers on the right side of the aircraft during final descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Edinburgh (EDI) to Frankfurt Main (FRA)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Edinburgh to Frankfurt. The right side captures Edinburgh's coastal and castle scenery on departure and the Frankfurt skyline on arrival, giving it more consistent visual interest than the largely flat, featureless terrain on the left.
What can I see during takeoff from Edinburgh in Edinburgh?
During takeoff from Edinburgh (EDI), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing EDI on runway 24, aircraft climb southwest before turning left toward the continent, banking over the Firth of Forth and Edinburgh's Old Town. Passengers on the right get a good look at Arthur's Seat, the Forth bridges, and the city skyline before leveling off over the Scottish Borders. Notable sights include: Firth of Forth, Forth Bridge, Edinburgh Castle and Old Town, Arthur's Seat.
What can I see when landing at Frankfurt Main in Frankfurt?
When landing at Frankfurt Main (FRA), sit on the Right side for the best views. In Frankfurt's typical westerly configuration, arrivals descend from the east, passing just north of the city before lining up on the parallel runways. This puts the Frankfurt skyline's cluster of skyscrapers on the right side of the aircraft during final descent. Notable sights include: Frankfurt skyline (Commerzbank Tower, Main Tower), River Main, Taunus hills to the north.
How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Frankfurt?
The flight from Edinburgh (EDI) to Frankfurt Main (FRA) takes about 1 hour 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 642 miles (1,033 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Edinburgh to Frankfurt flight path pass over?
North Sea crossing, Dutch and northern German coastal plain, Rhine-Ruhr lowlands