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BIA → LIL
Which side of the plane to sit from Bastia-Poretta Airport (Bastia) to Lille-Lesquin Airport (Lille)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama of the French Alps' snow-capped peaks to the east and a strategic view of the Paris metropolitan area during the northern descent.
Elba Island
Views of the Tuscan archipelago island to the east as you climb away from the Corsican coast.
The French Alps
On clear days, the massive, snow-covered peaks of the Alps, including Mont Blanc, are visible to the east.
Burgundy Vineyards
The golden slopes and famous wine-producing regions of Beaune and Dijon as you fly north.
Paris Skyline
A distant but clear view of the Eiffel Tower and the high-rise district of La Défense during descent.
Charles de Gaulle Airport
A top-down view of one of Europe's largest aviation hubs just before entering the Nord region.
Choose the right side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. The highlight is the Alpine range; look for the high peaks about 30-40 minutes into the flight. If the approach into Lille is from the south, you'll see the dense urban sprawl of Paris from this side.
Cap Corse
Dramatic views of the rugged 'finger' of northern Corsica and its secluded coves shortly after takeoff.
French Riviera
A sweeping view of the Côte d'Azur coastline near Nice and Cannes as the flight leaves the Mediterranean.
Auvergne Volcanoes
The distinctive silhouettes of the Chaîne des Puys, a series of dormant volcanic domes in central France.
Loire Valley
The winding Loire River and its surrounding historic châteaux scattered across the lush landscape.
Picardy Plains
The vast, geometric agricultural fields of northern France during the final approach into Lille.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Corsican mountains during departure. On evening flights, this side catches the warm glow of the setting sun over the Massif Central, providing excellent photography lighting.
Distance: 1,015 km (631 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: BIA (42.55270004272461, 9.48373031616211)
Arrival: LIL (50.563332, 3.086886)
Route Type: Domestic
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