The right side captures the most distinctive scenery on this short route: Prague's historic core during the climb-out turn, and the Öresund Bridge with Malmö's skyline during the Copenhagen approach. These urban and coastal landmarks outweigh the largely flat farmland and lake district visible mid-route on the left.
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Flight Path
Prague to Copenhagen is 387 miles (623 km), a flight of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
The route passes near Berlin and over the lake-studded Mecklenburg region of northern Germany before crossing the Baltic coastline near Fehmarn into Danish waters.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from PRG
RIGHTDeparting Prague on runway 24, the aircraft banks right after takeoff to head north toward Copenhagen, swinging the right side over the city center. Passengers get a brief but clear look down at Prague Castle, the Vltava River bends, and the Old Town rooftops before the plane straightens out.
Landing at CPH
RIGHTUnder typical westerly winds, arrivals into Copenhagen from the south are often vectored out over the Öresund before turning back to land on runway 22, putting the strait and Swedish coast on the right side. Passengers see the Öresund Bridge linking Denmark and Sweden along with the Malmö skyline before the final turn toward Kastrup.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Ruzyne (PRG) to Kastrup (CPH)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Prague to Copenhagen. The right side captures the most distinctive scenery on this short route: Prague's historic core during the climb-out turn, and the Öresund Bridge with Malmö's skyline during the Copenhagen approach. These urban and coastal landmarks outweigh the largely flat farmland and lake district visible mid-route on the left.
What can I see during takeoff from Ruzyne in Prague?
During takeoff from Ruzyne (PRG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing Prague on runway 24, the aircraft banks right after takeoff to head north toward Copenhagen, swinging the right side over the city center. Passengers get a brief but clear look down at Prague Castle, the Vltava River bends, and the Old Town rooftops before the plane straightens out. Notable sights include: Prague Castle, Vltava River, Old Town spires, Petřín Hill.
What can I see when landing at Kastrup in Copenhagen?
When landing at Kastrup (CPH), sit on the Right side for the best views. Under typical westerly winds, arrivals into Copenhagen from the south are often vectored out over the Öresund before turning back to land on runway 22, putting the strait and Swedish coast on the right side. Passengers see the Öresund Bridge linking Denmark and Sweden along with the Malmö skyline before the final turn toward Kastrup. Notable sights include: Öresund Bridge, Malmö skyline, Öresund strait, Copenhagen harbor.
How long is the flight from Prague to Copenhagen?
The flight from Ruzyne (PRG) to Kastrup (CPH) takes about 1 hour 35 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 387 miles (623 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Prague to Copenhagen flight path pass over?
The route passes near Berlin and over the lake-studded Mecklenburg region of northern Germany before crossing the Baltic coastline near Fehmarn into Danish waters.