Le Tourquet to Copenhagen is 577 miles (928 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
While takeoff offers good Channel views on the right, the landing approach on the left provides more dramatic and varied scenery—the Great Belt, Jutland Peninsula, and Copenhagen's urban landscape with the Øresund strait. The left side captures the most visually distinctive portion of the route.
Flight Path
North Sea crossing, German Bight region, Frisian Islands (distant), Kattegat strait approach, Danish archipelago
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Takeoff from LTQ
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the English Channel and the Normandy coastline as the aircraft climbs northeastward from Le Touquet. The contrast between the French coast, white cliffs, and open water provides excellent visual interest during the initial climb.
Landing at CPH
LEFTLeft-side seats provide views of the Danish coastline, the Great Belt strait, and the approach to Copenhagen across the Øresund region. The descent path offers clear sightlines of the Jutland Peninsula and the transition from open water to the Copenhagen metropolitan area.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Le Touquet Paris Plage (LTQ) to Kastrup (CPH)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Le Tourquet to Copenhagen. While takeoff offers good Channel views on the right, the landing approach on the left provides more dramatic and varied scenery—the Great Belt, Jutland Peninsula, and Copenhagen's urban landscape with the Øresund strait. The left side captures the most visually distinctive portion of the route.
What can I see during takeoff from Le Touquet Paris Plage in Le Tourquet?
During takeoff from Le Touquet Paris Plage (LTQ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the English Channel and the Normandy coastline as the aircraft climbs northeastward from Le Touquet. The contrast between the French coast, white cliffs, and open water provides excellent visual interest during the initial climb. Notable sights include: English Channel, Normandy coastline, Pas-de-Calais strait, Belgian coast in distance.
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-side seats provide views of the Danish coastline, the Great Belt strait, and the approach to Copenhagen across the Øresund region. The descent path offers clear sightlines of the Jutland Peninsula and the transition from open water to the Copenhagen metropolitan area. Notable sights include: Great Belt strait, Jutland Peninsula, Øresund strait, Copenhagen harbor and city sprawl.
How long is the flight from Le Tourquet to Copenhagen?
The flight from Le Touquet Paris Plage (LTQ) to Kastrup (CPH) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 577 miles (928 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Le Tourquet to Copenhagen flight path pass over?
North Sea crossing, German Bight region, Frisian Islands (distant), Kattegat strait approach, Danish archipelago