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CDG → PUF
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Pau Pyrénées Airport (Pau)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the most dramatic part of the journey: the panoramic approach to the Pyrenees mountains. During the descent, this side offers an uninterrupted view of the mountain chain stretching toward the Mediterranean.
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Paris Landmarks
Shortly after takeoff from CDG, catch glimpses of the eastern Paris skyline and the suburbs of the Île-de-France.
Loire Valley
Look down to see the winding Loire River and the historic chateaux scattered throughout the Orléans region.
Massif Central
On clear days, the distant volcanic silhouettes of the Auvergne region are visible to the east.
The Pyrenees Chain
The flight's crown jewel: a massive wall of snow-capped peaks appearing as you descend into the Béarn region.
Book a seat in the front half of the cabin to avoid the wing obstructing your view of the mountains. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind the aircraft, perfectly illuminating the northern faces of the Pyrenees peaks. During the final turn into Pau, the mountains will appear to rotate right in front of your window.
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La Défense
View the modern skyscrapers of Paris's premier business district during the initial climb out of CDG.
Landes Forest
Fly over the vast, geometric patterns of the largest maritime pine forest in Europe.
Atlantic Horizon
On very clear days, the silver shimmer of the Bay of Biscay can be seen far to the west.
Bordeaux Hinterland
Spot the transition from the dense forests to the sprawling vineyards of the Aquitaine basin.
The right side is excellent for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Atlantic horizon. While you miss the direct mountain panorama during landing, you get a better view of the agricultural patterns and the Adour river valley as the plane maneuvers for its final approach into Pau Pyrénées Airport.
Book Hotels in PauDistance: 667 km (414 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 7 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: PUF (43.38000106811523, -0.4186109900474548)
Route Type: Domestic
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