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BIQ → SXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Biarritz-Anglet-Bayonne Airport (Biarritz-bayonne) to Strasbourg Airport (Strasbourg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the snow-capped Pyrenees at departure, the unique volcanic landscapes of the Massif Central mid-flight, and the scenic descent over the Vosges Mountains.
Pyrenees Peaks
Majestic views of the high mountain range forming the natural border with Spain.
Chaîne des Puys
The UNESCO-listed chain of dormant volcanic cones including the iconic Puy de Dôme.
Burgundy Slopes
The mosaic of 'climats' and prestigious vineyards along the Côte d'Or.
Vosges Massif
Lush, rounded mountain summits that characterize the landscape of eastern France.
Rhine Plain
The fertile valley between the Vosges and the German Black Forest visible on approach.
The right side is essential for seeing the extinct volcanoes of Auvergne roughly 40 minutes into the flight. On clear days, the Swiss Alps are often visible on the far horizon. During late afternoon flights, the sun will illuminate the Vosges mountains beautifully for your arrival into Strasbourg.
Silver Coast
The expansive sandy coastline of the Landes region stretching north from Biarritz.
Bordeaux Estates
A birds-eye view of the world-famous vineyards and the Garonne river basin.
Loire Valley
Aerial glimpses of the historical heart of France and its famous chateaux to the north.
Metz Skyline
Industrial and historical cityscapes of the Lorraine region as you enter the Grand Est.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy soft, front-lit views of the Atlantic coast. It is also the better side for avoiding direct sun glare when flying northeast during the middle of the day. Focus on the coastline in the first 10 minutes for the best photos.
Distance: 904 km (562 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: BIQ (43.4683333, -1.5311111000000002)
Arrival: SXB (48.53829956054688, 7.628230094909668)
Route Type: Domestic
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