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EDI → CDG
Which side of the plane to sit from Edinburgh Airport (Edinburgh) to Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer great views, the Right Side is preferred for the dramatic views of the English countryside and the high probability of seeing the Paris skyline and the Eiffel Tower during the final approach into CDG.
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Scottish Borders
Immediately after takeoff, enjoy the rolling green peaks of the Pentland and Cheviot Hills.
Yorkshire Dales
Dramatic views of the limestone scars and moorlands of Northern England's national parks.
London Horizon
On clear days, the sprawling urban mass of London and the Thames can be seen in the distance.
Alabaster Coast
The striking white chalk cliffs of Normandy as the aircraft makes landfall in France.
Paris Landmarks
Depending on the wind and runway, you may see the Eiffel Tower and Sacre-Coeur during the descent.
Sit on the right for the best sunset views on evening flights. For the best chance of seeing the Eiffel Tower, choose a seat behind the wing to ensure your view isn't obstructed during the steep turns often required for the CDG approach pattern. Most landings at CDG approach from the east or west, making the right side the 'money side' for city spotting.
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Northumberland Coast
Aerial views of the Farne Islands and the historic Holy Island of Lindisfarne early in the flight.
Humber Estuary
The massive Humber Bridge and the busy shipping lanes of the industrial East Coast.
The Wash
The distinctively shaped bay between Lincolnshire and Norfolk, famous for its salt marshes and birdlife.
Strait of Dover
The narrowest part of the English Channel, often filled with ferries and cargo ships.
Picardy Plains
The neat agricultural patchwork and historic landscapes of the Hauts-de-France region.
The left side is superior for morning flights as you will avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep your eyes peeled for the distinctive white cliffs of the French coast as you cross the Channel. If the flight path stays coastal, you will have an excellent view of the North Sea's offshore wind farms.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 869 km (540 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: EDI (55.95000076293945, -3.372499942779541)
Arrival: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Route Type: International
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