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BVE โ STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Brive Souillac Airport (Brive) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the winding river valleys in central France and provides the best chance to see the London skyline and the Thames Estuary during the approach into Stansted.
Dordogne & Vรฉzรจre Valleys
Dramatic views of limestone cliffs and ancient river bends immediately following takeoff from Brive.
Western Loire Valley
Aerial perspectives of the 'Garden of France' including historic estates and verdant vineyards near Tours.
English Channel Crossing
A wide-angle view of the busy shipping lanes and the transition from the French coast to the North Sea.
Thames Estuary
Intricate patterns of sandbanks and industrial shipping hubs where the river meets the sea.
London Cityscape
On clear days, the Shard and Canary Wharf are often visible to the southwest during the final descent into Essex.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes before landing for the best views of the Thames. Seasonal visibility is best in late spring when the French countryside is most vibrant.
Massif Central Margins
Distant views of the rugged volcanic peaks of the Auvergne region on the eastern horizon after departure.
Paris Basin
The vast, flat agricultural plains of northern France, with a distant glimpse of the Paris urban sprawl possible on clear days.
The Opal Coast
The beautiful shoreline of northern France, including the beaches near Boulogne-sur-Mer and Calais.
White Cliffs of Dover
Iconic views of England's famous chalk cliffs as the flight enters UK airspace over the Channel.
East Anglian Countryside
A charming patchwork of English farms, historic villages, and winding country lanes during the landing sequence.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun moves to the west, providing excellent lighting on the White Cliffs. Look out for the 'Manston' airfield and the Kent coast as the primary landmarks when crossing into England.
Distance: 767 km (477 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 17 min
Departure: BVE (45.039722, 1.485556)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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