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CMB → CDG
Which side of the plane to sit from Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (Colombo) to Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic mountain ranges in the Middle East and the diverse topography of Eastern Europe, with a higher probability of spotting the Paris skyline on arrival.
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Western Ghats
Lush green mountain ranges along the western edge of the Indian subcontinent.
Gulf Horizons
Distant views of the architectural marvels of Muscat or Dubai if the flight path hugs the coast.
Zagros Mountains
Incredible folded rock formations and high peaks across Iran and Iraq.
Danube River
The winding path of Europe's second-longest river as it snakes through the Balkans.
European Heartland
A patchwork of historic towns and organized agriculture across Germany and Eastern France.
Paris Approach
If winds favor an easterly landing, the right side often catches the Eiffel Tower and the Seine.
This is the 'cool' side of the aircraft for westbound daytime flights, avoiding the harsh southern sun. Watch closely about 5-6 hours into the flight for the most dramatic mountain scenery. For the Paris arrival, clean your window early as condensation often forms during the rapid descent into CDG.
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Laccadive Sea
Deep blue vistas of the Indian Ocean immediately after departing Sri Lanka.
Maldives Atolls
Distant glimpses of coral atolls depending on the specific flight corridor used.
Empty Quarter
The vast, rolling sand dunes of the Rub' al Khali desert in the Arabian Peninsula.
Mediterranean Coast
The sapphire waters and rugged coastline of the Mediterranean as you enter European airspace.
Maritime Alps
Snow-capped southern ridges of the Alpine range visible during the transition into France.
On morning departures, this side will be shielded from the direct glare of the sun for the first half of the journey. Keep your window shade down during the desert crossing to maintain cabin temperature. Use a polarized filter for photos of the Mediterranean to capture the water's true depth.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 8,483 km (5,271 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 59 min
Departure: CMB (7.180759906768799, 79.88410186767578)
Arrival: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Route Type: International
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