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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side is prioritized for the spectacular final approach into London City Airport, offering the best views of the Thames, Greenwich, and the iconic O2 Arena.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Vosges Mountains

Dramatic views of the forested ridges and peaks in eastern France shortly after departure.

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Champagne Vineyards

Rolling hills and the orderly patterns of the famous wine-producing region near Reims.

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Opal Coast

The French shoreline near Le Touquet where the land meets the turquoise waters of the Channel.

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English Channel

Aerial perspective of one of the world's busiest shipping lanes between Calais and Dover.

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Greenwich

Unbeatable views of the Royal Observatory, Cutty Sark, and the Queen's House during descent.

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The O2 Arena

A close-up look at the distinctive dome as the plane banks for its final approach to the runway.

Book a seat well ahead of the wing to fully experience the steep 5.5-degree glide path descent into LCY. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the London skyline and the Thames Estuary perfectly.

Right Side Highlights
7.8
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Black Forest

To the east, the dark, dense canopy of Germany's famous mountain range is visible on climb-out.

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Rhine River

The shimmering silver ribbon of the Rhine winding through the tri-border area of France, Germany, and Switzerland.

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Lille Metropole

The dense urban landscape of northern France near the Belgian border.

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Thames Estuary

The wide mouth of the river featuring massive offshore wind farms and shifting sandbanks.

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London Docklands

The industrial and modern transformation of the historic docks, including the Excel Centre.

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Canary Wharf Skyline

Distanced views of the towering skyscrapers of London's financial district during the approach.

The right side offers the best views of the Rhine and the Jura mountains during the initial climb from Basel. For the landing, it provides a great perspective of the Olympic Park and the vast East London regeneration areas.

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Route Information

Distance: 692 km (430 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 9 min

Departure: BSL (47.59, 7.5291667)

Arrival: LCY (51.505299, 0.055277999999999994)

Route Type: International

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