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BJV → LGW
Which side of the plane to sit from Milas Bodrum International Airport (Bodrum) to London Gatwick Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the Greek islands immediately after takeoff, the rugged Dalmatian coast, and the most dramatic perspectives of the Swiss and French Alps.
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Aegean Archipelago
Stunning views of the Dodecanese islands including Kos, Kalymnos, and Leros shortly after departure.
Dalmatian Coast
The turquoise waters and rocky shoreline of Croatia, featuring the historic city of Dubrovnik and various islands.
Central Alps
Spectacular snow-capped peaks of the Swiss and French Alps, often including glimpses of the Mont Blanc massif.
Lake Geneva
The distinct crescent shape of Lac Léman bordering Switzerland and France.
English Channel
The busy shipping lanes of the Channel and the initial crossing into British airspace over East Sussex.
For the best photography of the Aegean islands, choose an early morning flight when the sun illuminates the water from the east. The Alps typically appear about 2 to 2.5 hours into the flight; stay alert during mid-cruise for the highest peaks. Avoid seats directly over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the coastal transitions.
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Balkan Interior
The rolling hills and deep valleys of Bulgaria and Serbia, offering a rugged terrestrial landscape.
Danube River
Views of Europe's second-longest river as it winds through Central Europe.
Bavarian Plains
The neat, geometric patterns of German farmland and dense forests of the Black Forest region.
London Skyline
On the standard approach to Gatwick (Runway 26R), you can often see the distant London skyline to the north.
High Weald
The lush, green countryside of the Garden of England (Kent and Sussex) during final descent.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep an eye out for the Danube River during the middle portion of the journey. During the descent into Gatwick, if the wind is from the west, the right side often catches a glimpse of the London Shard and Canary Wharf in the distance.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 2,679 km (1,665 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 34 min
Departure: BJV (37.25059890749999, 27.6643009186)
Arrival: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)
Route Type: International
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