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CCF → BOH
Which side of the plane to sit from Carcassonne Airport (Carcassonne) to Bournemouth Airport (Bournemouth)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Atlantic coastline of France, the iconic Mont Saint-Michel, and the stunning Jurassic Coast of Dorset upon arrival into Bournemouth.
Mont Saint-Michel
Keep a sharp eye out when crossing the Normandy/Brittany border; the island monastery is often visible as a tiny silhouette in the bay.
Loire Estuary
View the massive mouth of the Loire River near Nantes as it flows into the Bay of Biscay.
The Channel Islands
Excellent bird's-eye views of Jersey, Guernsey, and the smaller islands as you transit the English Channel.
Jurassic Coast
Upon descent, you'll see the white chalk cliffs and unique formations like Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door along the Dorset shoreline.
Biscay Horizon
During late afternoon flights, the sun sets over the Atlantic to the west, casting a golden glow over the wing.
For the best experience, book a window seat away from the wing (rows 1-8 or 20+). On a clear day, the visibility of Mont Saint-Michel is the highlight of the trip, so have your camera ready about 50-60 minutes into the flight. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for the French coastline.
Receding Pyrenees
Looking back south shortly after takeoff from CCF, the snow-capped peaks of the Pyrenees are visible on clear days.
Massif Central
View the ancient volcanic domes of the Auvergne region in the distance to the east as you fly north.
Loire Valley Chateaux
The plane passes over the heart of France, offering glimpses of the sprawling estates and vineyards of the 'Garden of France'.
Normandy Beaches
As you leave the French coast, you may spot the historic D-Day landing beaches and the artificial harbors near Arromanches.
Isle of Wight & Solent
Approaching BOH, the right side provides a panoramic view of the Needles, the Isle of Wight, and the busy shipping lanes of the Solent.
The right side is excellent for early morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It offers a better perspective of the Isle of Wight during the final approach pattern into Bournemouth, which often involves a turn over the Solent. Watch for the 'Needles' chalk stacks at the western tip of the island.
Distance: 898 km (558 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: CCF (43.21599960327149, 2.3063199520111084)
Arrival: BOH (50.77999877929688, -1.8424999713897705)
Route Type: International
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