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BRN → LCY
Which side of the plane to sit from Bern Belp Airport (Bern) to London City Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning views of the Alps and Jura mountains upon departure, the Right Side is superior for the iconic approach into London City Airport, providing closer views of the historic Greenwich area and the Thames loop.
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Bern Old Town
A perfect aerial view of the Aare River loop and the medieval sandstone architecture of the Swiss capital.
Jura Mountains
Dramatic limestone ridges and dense evergreen forests marking the border between Switzerland and France.
White Cliffs of Dover
The iconic chalk coastline of England appearing as the flight makes landfall over Kent.
Greenwich Peninsula
Clear views of the O2 Arena, the Royal Observatory, and the Prime Meridian line.
The Thames Loop
The winding path of the River Thames as it snakes through East London toward the city center.
The right side is the 'money side' for the London arrival. Most flights approach LCY from the east, meaning the right side looks directly over the Thames Barrier and Greenwich. Choose a late afternoon flight for a spectacular sunset silhouette of the London skyline. Keep your camera ready immediately after the landing gear drops for the steep 5.5-degree glideslope approach.
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Bernese Alps
Breathtaking views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks visible shortly after takeoff from Belp.
Three-Lakes Region
The sparkling turquoise waters of Lake Neuchâtel and Lake Bienne nestled against the Jura range.
Champagne Vineyards
The meticulously organized rows of vineyards in the Grand Est region of France.
The English Channel
Vast maritime traffic and offshore wind farms visible while crossing the narrowest part of the sea.
Canary Wharf
A dramatic close-up of London's second financial district and its glass skyscrapers during the final descent.
Sit on the left for the best morning light on the Alps during takeoff. For the arrival at LCY, if the plane lands from the east (Runway 27), you will get an incredible view of the Docklands. Ensure you have a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion during Alpine photography.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 743 km (462 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min
Departure: BRN (46.914100647, 7.4971499443099985)
Arrival: LCY (51.505299, 0.055277999999999994)
Route Type: International
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