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BES → LCY
Which side of the plane to sit from Brest Bretagne Airport (Brest) to London City Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for both the scenic transition from the English Channel to the UK mainland and the iconic London skyline during the steep approach into London City Airport.
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Breton Coastline
Rugged cliffs and hidden coves of the Armorique Regional Natural Park visible immediately after departure from Brest.
Isle of Wight
The distinct diamond shape of the island and the busy Solent waterway visible as the aircraft enters UK airspace.
Central London
Unrivaled views of the Shard, Tower Bridge, and the historic City district during the descent pattern into the airport.
South Downs
Rolling green hills and the patchwork landscape of the English countryside transitioning toward the urban center.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. In the common Runway 27 landing configuration, the left side captures the most famous London landmarks. Morning flights provide the best lighting as the sun remains on the opposite side of the aircraft.
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Normandy Shores
Aerial views of the Cotentin Peninsula and the historic coastline of Northern France during the cross-channel transit.
Thames Estuary
Observe the heavy shipping traffic and the massive London Gateway port as the aircraft follows the river inland.
The O2 Arena
A dramatic, high-altitude perspective of the Millennium Dome and the Greenwich Peninsula just before touchdown.
Canary Wharf
Intimate views of the financial district skyscrapers which appear nearly at eye level during the uniquely steep 5.5-degree descent.
The right side is excellent for observing the engineering marvels of the Thames, including the Thames Barrier. It is particularly striking during evening flights when the skyscrapers of Canary Wharf and the Docklands are fully illuminated.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 467 km (290 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 47 min
Departure: BES (48.4478988647461, -4.418540000915527)
Arrival: LCY (51.505299, 0.055277999999999994)
Route Type: International
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