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EMA → CCF
Which side of the plane to sit from East Midlands Airport (East Midlands) to Carcassonne Airport (Carcassonne)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route because it offers a higher probability of seeing the iconic medieval Cité de Carcassonne during the descent, along with the volcanic peaks of the Massif Central and the winding Loire Valley.
Distant London Skyline
On a clear day, look out as you head south to see the sprawl of London and its iconic skyscrapers on the horizon.
The English Channel
Watch the busy shipping lanes of the world's busiest waterway as you transition from UK to French airspace.
Loire Valley Châteaux
Fly over the 'Garden of France,' where you can spot numerous historic estates and winding river systems.
Massif Central
As you move into Southern France, the ancient volcanic landscape and rugged plateaus of the Massif Central dominate the view.
La Cité de Carcassonne
During the final approach, the UNESCO-listed medieval fortress with its 52 towers is often visible directly out of the window.
Book a window seat ahead of the wing for the best view of the medieval city. For morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing perfect lighting for photography of the French countryside. Keep an eye out about 20 minutes before landing for the transition from green valleys to the more arid Mediterranean landscape.
Isle of Wight
Catch a glimpse of the distinctive diamond shape of the Isle of Wight and the Needles as you leave the English coast.
Mont Saint-Michel
Depending on the specific airway, you may see this tidal island monastery sitting in its bay off the Normandy coast.
Aquitaine Vineyards
View the vast, neat rows of vines that define one of the most famous wine-producing regions in the world.
The Pyrenees
On the descent, the snow-capped peaks of the Pyrenees border with Spain provide a stunning backdrop to the south.
Garonne River
Follow the silver thread of the Garonne as it flows through the Occitanie region toward the Atlantic.
The right side is excellent for seeing the sunset on late afternoon flights. If the plane approaches from the west, you will get a wide-angle view of the Pyrenees mountain range. Use a polarized filter on your camera to cut through the haze often found over the Bay of Biscay and Western France.
Distance: 1,102 km (685 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: EMA (52.8311004639, -1.32806003094)
Arrival: CCF (43.21599960327149, 2.3063199520111084)
Route Type: International
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