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BHX → CDG
Which side of the plane to sit from Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham) to Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this short hop, offering potential views of the historic university city of Oxford, the dramatic white cliffs of the Sussex coast, and the iconic Paris skyline including the Eiffel Tower during the standard approach into CDG.
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Oxford Spires
Clear views of the historic university colleges and the Radcliffe Camera if the flight path follows the typical southerly corridor.
Seven Sisters Cliffs
Dramatic white chalk cliffs and the meandering Cuckmere River on the Sussex coast before crossing the water.
Dieppe Harbor
The picturesque French port town and its pebble beaches serve as the primary visual waypoint entering France.
Paris Landmarks
Depending on the wind and landing runway, you often get a clear view of the Eiffel Tower, Sacré-Cœur, and La Défense during descent.
The right side is highly recommended for the descent. Ask for a seat away from the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of Paris. On evening flights, the 'City of Light' is breathtaking from this side. Watch for the loops of the River Seine as you enter the Île-de-France region.
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Birmingham City Center
Aerial views of the Bullring, Rotunda, and the industrial heritage of the West Midlands shortly after departure.
Warwick Castle
The massive medieval fortification and its surrounding loop in the River Avon are often visible just south of BHX.
English Channel
Views of the busy shipping lanes in the Strait of Dover as the aircraft transitions from UK to French airspace.
Amiens Cathedral
As the flight descends over the Picardy region, the massive footprint of this Gothic masterpiece can be spotted.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is also better for spotting the sprawl of Greater London to the south as you pass the M25 corridor. Keep an eye out for the distinctive landscape of the Chiltern Hills shortly after takeoff.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 488 km (303 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 49 min
Departure: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Arrival: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Route Type: International
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