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Which side of the plane to sit from Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf) to Guernsey Airport (Guernsey)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

While the left side offers the stunning Alabaster Coast of France, the right side provides a superior aerial perspective of the northern Channel Islands, including Alderney and the approach into Guernsey.

Right Side Highlights
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Bruges and Ghent

The historic medieval layouts of these Flemish cities are often visible during the transit across Belgium.

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Cherbourg Harbour

One of the largest artificial roadsteads in the world, visible as you cross the tip of the Cotentin Peninsula.

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Alderney

The northernmost Channel Island, easily identifiable by its rugged coastline and the Braye Harbour breakwater.

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Sark and Herm

Breathtaking views of the smaller islands and their turquoise waters as the aircraft descends toward Guernsey.

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St Peter Port

The capital of Guernsey and its scenic marina are frequently visible on the final approach into GCI airport.

The right side is essential for 'island spotting' during the final 15 minutes of the flight. For the best photography, choose a seat behind the wing to capture the contrast between the deep blue English Channel and the lush green islands. Evening flights offer spectacular sunsets over the Atlantic on this side.

Left Side Highlights
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Rhine River Bend

Aerial view of the Rhine winding through the industrial heart of North Rhine-Westphalia shortly after takeoff from DUS.

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Port of Zeebrugge

The massive Belgian container port and maritime infrastructure visible as the flight crosses the coastline into the Channel.

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Alabaster Coast Cliffs

The iconic white chalk cliffs of Normandy, stretching from Dieppe to the famous arches of Étretat.

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Seine Estuary

The massive Pont de Normandie bridge and the industrial port city of Le Havre where the Seine meets the sea.

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Mont Saint-Michel (Distanced)

On very clear days, the silhouette of the famous abbey mount may be visible to the south before the turn toward Guernsey.

Sit on the left for the best views of the French coastline and the dramatic cliffs of Normandy. Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the white chalk cliffs, making them glow against the blue water.

Top Activities in Guernsey
Route Information

Distance: 695 km (432 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 10 min

Departure: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)

Arrival: GCI (49.43500137329102, -2.601969957351685)

Route Type: International

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