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AES → LGW
Which side of the plane to sit from Ålesund Airport (Alesund) to London Gatwick Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Sunnmøre Alps and deep fjords immediately after departure, followed by a potential panoramic view of the London skyline during the descent into Gatwick.
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Sunnmøre Alps
Immediately after takeoff from AES, enjoy jagged peaks and snow-capped mountains rising directly from the sea.
Hjørundfjord
A stunning deep-blue fjord cutting through the Norwegian landscape, visible shortly after departure.
Jostedalsbreen National Park
Aerial views of the largest glacier in continental Europe located to the southeast of the flight path.
North Sea Infrastructure
Spot oil platforms and gas rigs dotted across the North Sea during the midpoint of the journey.
London Skyline
On the standard arrival route (STAR) into Gatwick, the left side often offers clear views of the Shard, Canary Wharf, and the Thames.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare while capturing the high-contrast light on the Norwegian mountains. On approach to LGW, keep your camera ready as the plane often banks over the Thames Estuary, providing a great angle of the city center if the wind is from the west.
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Norwegian Coastline
Follow the rugged western edge of Norway with its thousands of small islands and coastal skerries.
Bergen Region
Catch a glimpse of the coastal waters and shipping lanes near Norway's second-largest city.
Offshore Wind Farms
Massive arrays of wind turbines in the North Sea near the UK coast, highlighting green energy transition.
East Anglian Coast
The first sight of the UK typically includes the sandy beaches and low-lying marshes of Norfolk and Suffolk.
Kent Countryside
Rolling green hills and the 'Garden of England' landscape during the final descent into Gatwick Airport.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Atlantic and North Sea. It provides a more expansive view of the open ocean and the coastal transition into the United Kingdom. Look out for the massive London Array wind farm during the transition from sea to land.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 1,324 km (823 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 46 min
Departure: AES (62.5625, 6.119699954986572)
Arrival: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)
Route Type: International
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