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BIQ → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Biarritz-Anglet-Bayonne Airport (Biarritz-bayonne) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular tour of the French Atlantic coastline, including the famous Dune du Pilat, before providing a superior perspective of the London skyline during the final descent into Stansted.
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Dune du Pilat
The tallest sand dune in Europe, appearing as a massive golden wave between the forest and the sea shortly after takeoff.
Arcachon Bay
Intricate patterns of oyster beds and sandbanks surrounded by the vibrant blue of the basin.
Île de Ré Bridge
The distinctive 3km curving bridge connecting the white-walled villages of the island to the mainland near La Rochelle.
Loire Estuary
The wide mouth of the Loire River where the industrial docks of Saint-Nazaire meet the Atlantic.
London Skyline
A panoramic view of the Thames, The Shard, and the City of London skyscrapers during the standard approach to Stansted.
Keep your camera ready within the first 15 minutes of the flight to capture the Dune du Pilat. For the best chance of seeing London, choose a seat behind the wing to ensure your view isn't obstructed during the banking turns over Essex. This side is consistently more scenic for daylight flights.
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Bay of Biscay
Expansive views of the deep blue Atlantic waters as the aircraft climbs away from the Basque coast.
Brittany Peninsula
The rugged, jagged western coastline of France, featuring hidden coves and rocky outposts.
English Channel
Watch for the heavy maritime traffic and cargo ships traversing one of the world's busiest shipping lanes.
Isle of Wight
The iconic white chalk cliffs and the Needles landmark are often visible during the transition into UK airspace.
South Downs
The rolling green hills and patchwork fields of the English countryside during the initial descent.
The left side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. If the flight path takes a westerly corridor, keep an eye out for the Channel Islands. It offers a more serene, ocean-centric view compared to the land-heavy right side.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 945 km (587 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: BIQ (43.4683333, -1.5311111000000002)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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