GOT (Gothenborg) window seat guide

Best window seat at Landvetter

Which side of the plane?

Pick the window seat with the view. 13,500 routes answered — landmarks, coastlines and cities, wing by wing.

Taking offRIGHT

Gothenburg city center, Göta älv river estuary, Kattegat strait

LandingRIGHT

Gothenburg city skyline and Göta älv river mouth (distant, right side), Rådasjön lake near Mölnlycke

🛫 Taking Off from Gothenborg (GOT)

Best sideRight
WhyDeparting on runway 21 heading southwest, the right side of the aircraft faces northwest toward Gothenburg city and the coastline. You'll get a good look at the urban area, the Göta älv river mouth, and the islands of the southern archipelago as the plane climbs out over the coast.
Look forGothenburg city center, Göta älv river estuary, Kattegat strait, Southern Gothenburg archipelago islands

🛬 Landing at Gothenborg (GOT)

Best sideRight
WhyOn the standard runway 21 approach, planes descend from the northeast heading southwest, and the final turn onto the approach path swings passengers on the right side toward Gothenburg city and the coast in the distance. Left-side passengers mostly see the forested, lake-dotted farmland typical of inland Härryda before touchdown.
Look forGothenburg city skyline and Göta älv river mouth (distant, right side), Rådasjön lake near Mölnlycke, scattered forest lakes of Härryda municipality, occasional glimpse of the Kattegat coastline on clear days

Landvetter is Sweden's second-busiest airport, located about 25 km southeast of central Gothenburg, with a single main terminal serving both domestic and international flights.

⛰️ Elevation509 ft
🛫 Runways1 (03/21)
✈️ HubBRA (Braathens Regional Airlines)

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Landvetter (GOT)?

At Landvetter in Gothenborg: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Gothenburg city center, Göta älv river estuary, Kattegat strait, Southern Gothenburg archipelago islands.

What can I see during takeoff from Landvetter in Gothenborg?

When taking off from Landvetter (GOT), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing on runway 21 heading southwest, the right side of the aircraft faces northwest toward Gothenburg city and the coastline. You'll get a good look at the urban area, the Göta älv river mouth, and the islands of the southern archipelago as the plane climbs out over the coast. Notable sights include: Gothenburg city center, Göta älv river estuary, Kattegat strait, Southern Gothenburg archipelago islands.

What can I see when landing at Landvetter in Gothenborg?

When landing at Landvetter (GOT), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the standard runway 21 approach, planes descend from the northeast heading southwest, and the final turn onto the approach path swings passengers on the right side toward Gothenburg city and the coast in the distance. Left-side passengers mostly see the forested, lake-dotted farmland typical of inland Härryda before touchdown. Notable sights include: Gothenburg city skyline and Göta älv river mouth (distant, right side), Rådasjön lake near Mölnlycke, scattered forest lakes of Härryda municipality, occasional glimpse of the Kattegat coastline on clear days.

What factors affect the best window seat at Landvetter?

The best window seat at Landvetter (GOT) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Gothenborg (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.