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DUB → RDZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Dublin Airport (Dublin) to Rodez-Marcillac Airport (Rodez)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most diverse scenery, ranging from the Irish Sea coastline and the Wicklow Mountains to the historic chateaux of the Loire Valley and the dramatic volcanic terrain of the Massif Central during the descent.
Dublin Bay
Aerial views of Howth Head and the North Bull Island sandbanks immediately after takeoff from Dublin.
Wicklow Mountains
The granite peaks of the 'Garden of Ireland' are visible as the plane tracks south along the coast.
Loire Valley
The winding Loire river and a high concentration of Renaissance chateaux can be spotted in central France.
Sologne Forest
A vast expanse of hunting forests and hidden lakes located south of Orleans.
Auvergne Volcanoes
The ancient, rounded peaks of the Chaine des Puys are visible in the distance as you enter the Massif Central.
Choose a seat behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the French interior. On morning flights, the sun will be on this side, so bring sunglasses. Keep an eye out for the distinctive loops of the Allier river as the descent begins, as the morning light captures the textures of the Aubrac plateau beautifully.
Celtic Sea
The vast blue expanse during the crossing from the Irish coast to the tip of Brittany.
Brittany Coastline
The rugged western edges of France with its rocky outcrops and turquoise coastal waters.
Dordogne River
The iconic limestone cliffs and medieval villages that line the Dordogne valley are visible from high altitude.
Lot Valley Gorges
Deep, winding river canyons that mark the transition into the rugged Aveyron department.
Rodez Cathedral
On specific landing patterns, the towering red sandstone bell tower of the city's cathedral is visible.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to avoid direct sunlight. During the final 15 minutes of the flight, the terrain becomes extremely rugged; watch for the dramatic loops of the Lot river near the village of Estaing, which is a key landmark on the Pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela.
Distance: 1,187 km (738 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: DUB (53.421299, -6.27007)
Arrival: RDZ (44.407901763916016, 2.4826700687408447)
Route Type: International
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