Gothenborg to Copenhagen is 142 miles (229 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
While takeoff on the right offers good views of the Gothenburg region, the landing approach on the left provides the most distinctive and memorable visual: the Øresund Strait crossing is a genuine geographic highlight of this route, and left seats capture it clearly during descent.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the Swedish east coast near Varberg and Falkenberg, then proceeds over the Kattegat (the sea between Sweden and Denmark). The Kattegat is relatively featureless from altitude but marks the transition zone. As you approach Denmark, you'll see the Danish coast and small islands (including parts of the Danish archipelago) before the final descent into the Øresund region. The entire route is over relatively low-lying terrain with no significant mountain ranges visible.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from GOT
RIGHTRight side captures the Göta River valley and the archipelago east of Gothenburg as you climb out. Landvetter typically departs eastbound (runways 03/21), so right seats get the immediate landscape of the Gothenburg basin and the transition toward the Swedish interior.
Landing at CPH
LEFTLeft seats offer views of the Øresund Strait and the Swedish coast as you descend toward Copenhagen. Kastrup typically lands from the west (runways 04R/22L), so left-side passengers see the water crossing and the transition from Swedish territory into Danish airspace over the strait.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Landvetter (GOT) to Kastrup (CPH)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Gothenborg to Copenhagen. While takeoff on the right offers good views of the Gothenburg region, the landing approach on the left provides the most distinctive and memorable visual: the Øresund Strait crossing is a genuine geographic highlight of this route, and left seats capture it clearly during descent.
What can I see during takeoff from Landvetter in Gothenborg?
During takeoff from Landvetter (GOT), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side captures the Göta River valley and the archipelago east of Gothenburg as you climb out. Landvetter typically departs eastbound (runways 03/21), so right seats get the immediate landscape of the Gothenburg basin and the transition toward the Swedish interior. Notable sights include: Göta River (winding through the valley below), Gothenburg urban area (to the west/left), Swedish archipelago islands (scattered to the east), Lake Aspen/Aspen Lake (visible inland as you climb).
What can I see when landing at Kastrup in Copenhagen?
When landing at Kastrup (CPH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left seats offer views of the Øresund Strait and the Swedish coast as you descend toward Copenhagen. Kastrup typically lands from the west (runways 04R/22L), so left-side passengers see the water crossing and the transition from Swedish territory into Danish airspace over the strait. Notable sights include: Øresund Strait (the water crossing between Sweden and Denmark), Malmö skyline (visible on the Swedish side to the north), Øresund Bridge (the rail/road bridge connecting Sweden and Denmark, visible as a thin line across the water), Copenhagen's northern suburbs and Amager Island (appearing as urban grid on the Danish side).
How long is the flight from Gothenborg to Copenhagen?
The flight from Landvetter (GOT) to Kastrup (CPH) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 142 miles (229 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Gothenborg to Copenhagen flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Swedish east coast near Varberg and Falkenberg, then proceeds over the Kattegat (the sea between Sweden and Denmark). The Kattegat is relatively featureless from altitude but marks the transition zone. As you approach Denmark, you'll see the Danish coast and small islands (including parts of the Danish archipelago) before the final descent into the Øresund region. The entire route is over relatively low-lying terrain with no significant mountain ranges visible.