About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from City (LCY) to Berlin Brandenburg (BER)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Berlin. While takeoff favors the right, the landing view from the left is more geographically distinctive—the Spree, lakes, and Potsdam landscape provide stronger visual interest than the approach from the northeast. The landing experience outweighs the takeoff advantage.
What can I see during takeoff from City in London?
During takeoff from City (LCY), sit on the Right side for the best views. LCY typically departs eastbound (Runway 27 or 09 depending on wind). Right-side seats offer views of the Thames estuary, Greenwich, and the sprawl eastward toward Essex. Left seats face inland toward central London, which is less distinctive at altitude. Notable sights include: River Thames (snaking southeast toward the estuary), Greenwich Peninsula (distinctive bend in the river), Canary Wharf and Docklands (urban cluster), Essex marshlands extending to the horizon.
What can I see when landing at Berlin Brandenburg in Berlin?
When landing at Berlin Brandenburg (BER), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching BER typically uses Runway 25L or 25R (both southwest-facing). Left-side seats during descent offer views of the Spree River, Potsdam, and the lakes region (Müggelsee, Tegeler See) south and west of Berlin. Right seats face the industrial areas northeast of the airport. Notable sights include: Spree River (winding through Berlin), Müggelsee (largest lake, southeast of city center), Potsdam's palace grounds and Havel lakes (southwest), Berlin's urban sprawl with distinctive street grid.
How long is the flight from London to Berlin?
The flight from City (LCY) to Berlin Brandenburg (BER) takes Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
What does the London to Berlin flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the North Sea coast near the Dutch-German border, then passes over the flat North German Plain. Notable midpoint features include the Frisian Islands (visible from altitude as small sandy features off the coast), the Ems River estuary, and the vast agricultural plains of Lower Saxony and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. No significant mountains or dramatic terrain; the entire route is low-lying with scattered lakes becoming more frequent as you approach Berlin.