While left offers good scenery during takeoff, the landing approach on the right provides more dramatic and distinctive views of the Øresund Strait and Scandinavian coastline, which are the most visually striking features of this northbound route.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the Rhône Valley and the Alps' western foothills (visible to the left/east during cruise), then transitions over the Jura Mountains and into the Rhine Valley corridor. The Swiss plateau and northern Alpine approaches dominate the midpoint. As the aircraft continues northeast toward Denmark, the North European Plain becomes the primary terrain, with occasional views of the Vosges Mountains (far left) and the Rhine estuary region near the German-Dutch border.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Mediterranee (MPL) to Kastrup (CPH)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Montpellier to Copenhagen. While left offers good scenery during takeoff, the landing approach on the right provides more dramatic and distinctive views of the Øresund Strait and Scandinavian coastline, which are the most visually striking features of this northbound route.
What can I see during takeoff from Mediterranee in Montpellier?
During takeoff from Mediterranee (MPL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers immediate views of the Massif Central's eastern foothills and the Rhône Valley corridor as the aircraft climbs northward. Right side faces inland terrain with less dramatic relief. Notable sights include: Massif Central (distant peaks to the northwest), Rhône Valley (linear depression running north-south below), Mediterranean coast (visible to the south during initial climb), Cévennes Mountains (eastern rim of the Massif).
What can I see when landing at Kastrup in Copenhagen?
When landing at Kastrup (CPH), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides excellent views of the Danish coastline, the Øresund Strait, and the approach into Copenhagen over the Sjælland peninsula. Left side shows only inland Jutland terrain. Notable sights include: Øresund Strait (the narrow water passage between Denmark and Sweden), Sjælland peninsula (the landmass hosting Copenhagen), Swedish coast near Malmö (visible across the strait to the right), Kattegat waters (to the north).
How long is the flight from Montpellier to Copenhagen?
The flight from Mediterranee (MPL) to Kastrup (CPH) takes 2h 15m.
What does the Montpellier to Copenhagen flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Rhône Valley and the Alps' western foothills (visible to the left/east during cruise), then transitions over the Jura Mountains and into the Rhine Valley corridor. The Swiss plateau and northern Alpine approaches dominate the midpoint. As the aircraft continues northeast toward Denmark, the North European Plain becomes the primary terrain, with occasional views of the Vosges Mountains (far left) and the Rhine estuary region near the German-Dutch border.