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CDG → ZRH
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Zürich Airport (Zurich)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the majestic Swiss Alps and the Jura Mountains as you cross into Switzerland, along with prime views of Lake Zurich during the descent.
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Jura Mountains
The craggy limestone ridges of the Jura range provide a dramatic transition into Swiss airspace.
Bernese Alps
On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau are visible to the south.
Zurich City
A bird's-eye view of the historic Old Town and the Limmat River during the final approach.
Lake Zurich
Excellent views of the long, narrow lake stretching away from the city towards the mountains.
Burgundy Countryside
The scenic rural landscapes of eastern France are visible during the cruise portion of the flight.
The right side is highly recommended for the alpine panorama. For the best photography of the Alps, book an afternoon flight when the sun is to the west. Ensure you are seated ahead of or well behind the wing to keep the mountain horizon unobstructed.
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Champagne Region
Vast stretches of rolling vineyards in the Marne department shortly after departing CDG.
Black Forest
The northern horizon features the dense evergreen canopy of the German Schwarzwald during the descent.
Rhine River
Aerial views of the iconic river crossing near the French-Swiss-German border region.
Winterthur
Detailed views of this historic industrial and cultural hub just north of Zurich airport.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. This side offers better views of the Black Forest and the northern Swiss plateau if the aircraft approaches ZRH from the north over Germany.
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Get eSIMs for SwitzerlandDistance: 476 km (296 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 48 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Route Type: International
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