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CDG → CFE
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport (Clermont-Ferrand)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Paris skyline upon departure and the dramatic UNESCO World Heritage Chaîne des Puys volcanic chain during the descent into Clermont-Ferrand.
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Paris Skyline
Depending on the SID (Standard Instrument Departure), you can often see the Eiffel Tower and La Défense business district.
Loire River Bends
Views of the Loire as it curves near Orléans, the longest river in France.
Chaîne des Puys
The iconic alignment of 80 dormant volcanoes, including the prominent, antenna-topped Puy de Dôme.
Lava-Stone Cathedral
The striking dark silhouette of the Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral, built entirely from black volcanic stone.
The right side is essential for the approach into CFE. Request a window seat forward of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the view of the volcanic chain. Late afternoon flights offer dramatic shadows across the craters of the Chaîne des Puys, making them easier to identify.
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CDG Operations
Aerial view of the sprawling terminals and intricate taxiway systems of Paris-Charles de Gaulle.
Fontainebleau Forest
A massive 25,000-hectare green expanse of royal hunting grounds south of the capital.
Sancerre Vineyards
Rolling hills of the Cher department, famous for world-class Sauvignon Blanc production.
Limagne Plain
The vast, fertile agricultural basin that provides a stark contrast to the nearby volcanic peaks.
Sit on the left if you are interested in the dense forests of central France and the expansive agricultural patterns of the Limagne. Morning flights on this side avoid the direct glare of the sun, providing clearer views of the Loire's eastern banks.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 362 km (225 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: CFE (45.7867012024, 3.1691699028)
Route Type: Domestic
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