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BRU → LHR
Which side of the plane to sit from Brussels Airport (Brussels) to London Heathrow Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the iconic 'London sightseeing' approach, offering direct views of the Shard, the London Eye, and Westminster just minutes before landing.
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Ghent and Bruges
Spot the medieval towers and winding canals of these historic Flemish cities shortly after departing Brussels.
The English Channel
A brief crossing of the narrowest point of the channel, where the white cliffs of Dover are often visible to the south.
Canterbury Cathedral
As the plane begins its descent over Kent, look for the towering spire of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
The South Bank
The definitive view of the London Eye, the Shard, and the South Bank's cultural district during the runway 27 approach.
Westminster
Unrivaled views of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben as the aircraft lines up for the final descent into Heathrow.
Sit on the left (seat A) for the most classic views of London's skyline. Because LHR almost always lands facing west (Runways 27L/R), you will fly directly over Central London. For the best photography, choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the landmarks. If landing in the evening, the city lights along the Thames are spectacular. Be aware that if the wind is coming from the east, the landing pattern reverses, making these views less predictable.
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Belgian Coastline
Views of the sandy beaches near Oostende and the bustling port of Zeebrugge as you head out to sea.
London Array
The massive offshore wind farm in the Thames Estuary, visible as a grid of white dots on the water.
Canary Wharf
The dramatic skyscraper cluster of London's financial heart stands out clearly to the north of the river.
Olympic Park
Spot the London Stadium and the unique ArcelorMittal Orbit tower in East London during the initial approach phase.
North London Parks
Green expanses of Regent's Park, Hampstead Heath, and the iconic Wembley Stadium arch just before touchdown.
Choose the right side (seat F/K) if you prefer seeing the modern architectural clusters of Canary Wharf and the City's 'Gherkin' and 'Cheesegrater.' This side is particularly interesting during late afternoon flights as the sunset reflects off the glass towers of the Docklands. Keep an eye out for the Thames Estuary's unique 'Maunsell Forts'—WWII sea forts—if the flight path takes a slightly more northerly route over the water.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 350 km (217 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 35 min
Departure: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Arrival: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Route Type: International
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