About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Findel International Airport (LUX) to Kastrup (CPH)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Luxemburg to Copenhagen. While right seats offer good departure views of the Moselle and Ardennes, left seats provide superior landing views of the Øresund Strait and Swedish coast—the most distinctive geographic feature of this route. The strait crossing is the visual highlight of the entire flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Findel International Airport in Luxemburg?
During takeoff from Findel International Airport (LUX), sit on the Right side for the best views. Findel typically departs eastbound (Runway 06) or westbound (Runway 24). For a northbound flight to Copenhagen, eastbound departure on Runway 06 is standard. Right-side seats face the Moselle River valley and the Luxembourg-German border region as you climb northeast, offering immediate geographic context. Notable sights include: Moselle River (winding south toward France), Luxembourg City urban area (receding behind), Ardennes plateau edge (eastern horizon), German border hills near Trier region.
What can I see when landing at Kastrup in Copenhagen?
When landing at Kastrup (CPH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Copenhagen's Kastrup Airport (Runway 04L/22R or 04R/22L) typically receives northbound traffic on approach from the south. Left-side seats during descent offer views of the Øresund Strait, the Swedish coast, and the approach path over the Danish archipelago and greater Copenhagen metropolitan area. Notable sights include: Øresund Strait (separating Denmark and Sweden), Swedish Scania coast (eastern horizon), Copenhagen metropolitan area and harbor districts, Amager Island and airport surroundings.
How long is the flight from Luxemburg to Copenhagen?
The flight from Findel International Airport (LUX) to Kastrup (CPH) takes Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
What does the Luxemburg to Copenhagen flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the North German Plain, passing east of the Ruhr Valley and west of Berlin. You'll overfly the Frisian Islands region and approach the Danish coast near Jutland's eastern shore. The Kattegat strait (between Denmark and Sweden) becomes visible in the final descent phase. No major mountain ranges are encountered; the terrain is predominantly lowland with scattered lakes and agricultural areas. The North Sea lies to the west throughout the flight.