About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Rebiechowo (GDN) to Okecie (WAW)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Gdansk to Warsaw. While takeoff offers interesting delta and coastal views on the right, the landing approach on the left provides more sustained and dramatic scenery—the Vistula River's meanders through Poland's capital city are far more visually distinctive than the relatively flat coastal plains of the takeoff phase.
What can I see during takeoff from Rebiechowo in Gdansk?
During takeoff from Rebiechowo (GDN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side seats offer views of the Vistula River delta and Gdansk Bay as the aircraft climbs southward. The river's distinctive braided channels and the coastline are clearly visible during the initial climb-out phase. Notable sights include: Vistula River delta with multiple channels, Gdansk Bay coastline, Tczew industrial area to the south, Motława River through central Gdansk.
What can I see when landing at Okecie in Warsaw?
When landing at Okecie (WAW), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side seats provide excellent views of the Vistula River valley and Warsaw's urban sprawl during descent. The river's meandering course through the city and surrounding landscape is a distinctive visual marker on approach. Notable sights include: Vistula River with its characteristic meanders through Warsaw, Masovian plains, Warsaw city center and Praga district across the river, Narew River confluence.
How long is the flight from Gdansk to Warsaw?
The flight from Rebiechowo (GDN) to Okecie (WAW) takes Approximately 50-60 minutes.
What does the Gdansk to Warsaw flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Masovian plains between Gdansk and Warsaw. Notable features include the Vistula River valley which the aircraft follows for much of the route, scattered lakes and reservoirs in the central region, and the gradual transition from coastal flatlands to the slightly more undulating terrain around Warsaw. The Narew River valley becomes visible as the aircraft approaches Warsaw from the north.