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BOD → BRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (Bordeaux) to Brussels Airport (Brussels)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for coastal glimpses early in the flight and provides the most iconic views of the Paris metropolitan area and the northern French plains during the descent.
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Arcachon Basin
Visible shortly after takeoff from BOD, offering views of the Dune of Pilat and the Atlantic coastline.
Loire Valley
Crossing the 'Garden of France' near Angers or Saumur, featuring winding riverbeds and historic estates.
Paris Skyline
A prime view of the Eiffel Tower, Montmartre, and the skyscrapers of La Défense when tracking west of the city.
Picardy Plains
Lush agricultural patchworks and historic Somme battlefields visible as the plane heads toward the Belgian border.
Ghent Cityscape
The historic towers of Ghent are often visible to the northwest during the initial descent into Brussels.
Book an 'A' window seat. Choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the French landscape. Watch for the distinctive shape of the Seine river as it loops toward the English Channel.
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Médoc Vineyards
Immediate views of the world-famous wine estates of the Bordeaux region right after departure.
Vienne River
Aerial perspectives of the Vienne river meeting the Loire, surrounded by dense green forests.
Stade de France
If the flight path passes east of Paris, look for the iconic national stadium and the CDG airport complex.
Ardennes Foothills
Distant views of the rolling green hills and dense forests marking the border region between France and Belgium.
The Atomium
During a standard approach from the south, the right side often catches the shining spheres of the Atomium.
Sit on the right for evening flights to enjoy the sunset over the Atlantic horizon. During landing at BRU, if the wind is from the east, the right side provides the best view of the Brussels city center and the Palace of Justice.
Book Hotels in BrusselsDistance: 778 km (483 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 18 min
Departure: BOD (44.8283004761, -0.7155560255050001)
Arrival: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Route Type: International
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