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CCF → EIN
Which side of the plane to sit from Carcassonne Airport (Carcassonne) to Eindhoven Airport (Eindhoven)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior view of the Cité de Carcassonne shortly after takeoff, followed by the dramatic volcanic topography of the Massif Central and the deep greens of the Ardennes.
Cité de Carcassonne
A spectacular bird's-eye view of the double-walled medieval fortress immediately after departure.
Massif Central
Rugged volcanic terrain and the Puy de Dôme region of central France.
Champagne Vineyards
The orderly rows of world-famous vineyards spanning the hills of the Grand Est.
Ardennes Forest
Dense, undulating woodland stretching across the border of France and Belgium.
Meuse River
The winding river valley carving through the limestone cliffs of Wallonia.
The Cité de Carcassonne is the absolute highlight; ensure your camera is ready within 2-5 minutes of takeoff. The right side typically enjoys better lighting conditions (sun behind the aircraft) for photography of the Auvergne volcanoes during northbound midday flights.
Pyrenees Range
Distant, snow-capped peaks visible to the south during the initial climb.
Loire Valley
Aerial views of the winding Loire River and historic chateaus near Orléans.
Paris Silhouette
On clear days, the Eiffel Tower and La Défense skyline appear on the western horizon.
Flemish Plains
The characteristic flat, patchwork landscape of western Belgium and the southern Netherlands.
On the left side, the late afternoon sun can cause significant glare when looking west toward Paris. Opt for this side on morning flights for the best visibility of the Loire Valley. Keep an eye out for the distinctive circular layouts of French villages in the Occitanie region during the first 20 minutes.
Distance: 944 km (587 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min
Departure: CCF (43.21599960327149, 2.3063199520111084)
Arrival: EIN (51.4500999451, 5.374529838559999)
Route Type: International
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