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CFR → LYS
Which side of the plane to sit from Caen-Carpiquet Airport (Caen) to Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (Lyon)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer views of the French countryside, the right side provides a more dramatic perspective of the Massif Central volcanic peaks and the rugged Monts du Lyonnais during the descent into Lyon.
Suisse Normande
Rugged, rocky hills and deep valleys south of Caen that resemble a miniature mountain range.
Châteaux de la Loire
Bird's-eye views of the sprawling estates and manicured gardens in the Sologne and Loire regions.
Massif Central
The distant, ancient volcanic silhouettes of the Chaîne des Puys visible to the south-west mid-flight.
Monts du Lyonnais
The final range of rolling green peaks passed during the initial descent phase into Lyon.
Greater Lyon
Sweeping views of the Rhone valley and the dense urban landscape of France's third-largest city.
The right side is superior for sunset flights, as the golden hour light hits the volcanic ridges of the Massif Central. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes after takeoff for the most dramatic terrain changes as the flat plains transition into the Lyonnais hills.
City of Caen
Aerial view of the Abbaye-aux-Hommes and the historic center immediately after takeoff from CFR.
The Orne River
Watch the river wind through the lush green pastures of the Normandy bocage.
Chartres Cathedral
On a clear day, the distant but distinct twin spires of this Gothic masterpiece rise from the Beauce plains.
Loire River Bend
The crossing of France's longest river near Orléans, showcasing wide sandbanks and islands.
The French Alps
As you approach Lyon, the snow-capped peaks of the Alps, including Mont Blanc, often dominate the eastern horizon.
Choose a seat in the front half of the cabin to avoid wing obstruction when looking for the distant Alps. This side is particularly scenic during morning flights when the sun illuminates the mountains to the east without causing glare.
Distance: 565 km (351 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 57 min
Departure: CFR (49.173301696777344, -0.44999998807907104)
Arrival: LYS (45.725556, 5.081111)
Route Type: Domestic
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