About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Stuttgart (STR) to Kastrup (CPH)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Stuttgart to Copenhagen. While the takeoff offers the Swabian Alps, the landing view of the Øresund Strait and cross-strait geography is more visually dramatic and geographically distinctive. Left-side seats capture this major water boundary during approach, making it the stronger choice for the full journey.
What can I see during takeoff from Stuttgart in Stuttgart?
During takeoff from Stuttgart (STR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Swabian Alps (Schwäbische Alb) as the aircraft climbs northward from Stuttgart. These limestone plateaus rise 300–500 meters above the surrounding terrain and create a distinctive ridge visible from 8,000–15,000 feet during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Swabian Alps (Schwäbische Alb), Neckar River valley, Stuttgart city sprawl, Black Forest foothills to the west.
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 Øresund Strait and the Swedish coast as the aircraft descends toward Copenhagen from the southwest. The water body and the Malmö coastline across the strait create a striking visual landmark during final approach. Notable sights include: Øresund Strait, Malmö waterfront (Sweden), Amager Island (Copenhagen), Øresund Bridge.
How long is the flight from Stuttgart to Copenhagen?
The flight from Stuttgart (STR) to Kastrup (CPH) takes 1h 50m.
What does the Stuttgart to Copenhagen flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the North German Plain, passing east of the Harz Mountains, over the Elbe River valley near Hamburg, and across the Kiel Canal region before descending toward the Danish straits. The Lüneburg Heath and scattered lakes of northern Germany are visible in the cruise phase. The transition from German lowlands to Danish terrain occurs around the German-Danish border near Flensburg.