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BSL → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport (Mulhouse) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views of the English coastline, including the White Cliffs of Dover and the rolling landscape of Kent.
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Vosges Mountains
Early in the flight, view the rugged peaks and forested slopes of the Vosges range in eastern France.
Champagne Region
Look down upon the geometric patterns of the world-famous vineyards in the Marne valley.
White Cliffs of Dover
The most famous landmark on this route, visible as you cross the English Channel towards the UK.
Canterbury Cathedral
A distant view of the historic cathedral spire rising above the Kentish landscape.
London Skyline
On the final descent into Stansted, catch glimpses of the distant London skyscrapers to the southwest.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing for unobstructed views of the cliffs. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the French and English coasts. In winter, look for snow-capped peaks in the Vosges shortly after takeoff.
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The Black Forest
Visible to the east shortly after departure from the tri-border area.
Ardennes Forest
The dense, rolling green canopy of the Ardennes region spanning the borders of France and Belgium.
Dunkirk & Belgian Coast
Panoramic views of the long sandy beaches and historic ports of the northern French and Belgian coastline.
Southend Pier
Spot the world's longest pleasure pier stretching into the Thames Estuary during the descent.
Essex Estuaries
Intricate waterways and salt marshes of the Essex coast, a haven for wildlife and birds.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. Keep an eye out for the vast wind farms in the North Sea and the distinctive shape of the Essex coastline during the approach.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 709 km (441 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min
Departure: BSL (47.59, 7.5291667)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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