London to Zagreb flight pathLHRZAG

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Flight time2h 20m
Distance850
Heading111° → 124°
Best side
Right
★ 2.5 left·★ 4.0 right

The right side wins because it captures the London skyline during departure and, more importantly, keeps the Alps and their foothills in view for much of the cruise as the route skirts the northern edge of the Alpine chain before descending past Medvednica into Zagreb.

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Flight Path

Flight path overview

London to Zagreb is 850 miles (1,368 km), a flight of about 2 hours 20 minutes.

Eastern France, the Swiss and Austrian Alps, and the Slovenian foothills are visible along the cruise track before descent into the Pannonian basin near Zagreb.

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Phase by phase

Aerial window seat view during takeoff from London (right side) — River Thames, Central London skyline, Windsor area, Home Counties patchwork farmland

Takeoff from LHR

RIGHT

With westerly departures, aircraft climb out over west London then bank left toward the continent, putting the Thames, central London landmarks, and the city skyline on the right side of the cabin as the turn unfolds.

River ThamesCentral London skylineWindsor areaHome Counties patchwork farmland
LHR HeathrowHub for British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Landing at ZAG

RIGHT

Approaches into Zagreb from the northwest typically curve south of the city before lining up on the runway, giving right-side passengers a clear view of Zagreb's rooftops, the Sava River, and the wooded slopes of Medvednica rising just north of the city.

Medvednica mountainSava RiverZagreb old town spiressurrounding Pannonian farmland
ZAG ZagrebHub for Croatia Airlines

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Heathrow (LHR) to Zagreb (ZAG)?

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Zagreb. The right side wins because it captures the London skyline during departure and, more importantly, keeps the Alps and their foothills in view for much of the cruise as the route skirts the northern edge of the Alpine chain before descending past Medvednica into Zagreb.

What can I see during takeoff from Heathrow in London?

During takeoff from Heathrow (LHR), sit on the Right side for the best views. With westerly departures, aircraft climb out over west London then bank left toward the continent, putting the Thames, central London landmarks, and the city skyline on the right side of the cabin as the turn unfolds. Notable sights include: River Thames, Central London skyline, Windsor area, Home Counties patchwork farmland.

What can I see when landing at Zagreb in Zagreb?

When landing at Zagreb (ZAG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Approaches into Zagreb from the northwest typically curve south of the city before lining up on the runway, giving right-side passengers a clear view of Zagreb's rooftops, the Sava River, and the wooded slopes of Medvednica rising just north of the city. Notable sights include: Medvednica mountain, Sava River, Zagreb old town spires, surrounding Pannonian farmland.

How long is the flight from London to Zagreb?

The flight from Heathrow (LHR) to Zagreb (ZAG) takes about 2 hours 20 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 850 miles (1,368 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

What does the London to Zagreb flight path pass over?

Eastern France, the Swiss and Austrian Alps, and the Slovenian foothills are visible along the cruise track before descent into the Pannonian basin near Zagreb.