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Which side of the plane to sit from Exeter International Airport (Exeter) to Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the UNESCO-listed Jurassic Coast after takeoff and a more consistent panoramic view of the Paris skyline during the final approach into CDG.
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Jurassic Coast
Red Triassic cliffs and the coastline of Sidmouth and Lyme Regis shortly after departure from Exeter.
The Solent
Distant views of the Isle of Wight and the busy shipping lanes leading to Southampton and Portsmouth.
Alabaster Coast
Breathtaking vertical white chalk cliffs of Normandy near Dieppe as you enter French airspace.
Beauvais Cathedral
The towering Gothic architecture of Saint-Pierre de Beauvais visible during the initial descent phase.
Paris Skyline
A panoramic view of the Eiffel Tower, Montmartre, and La Défense as the aircraft turns for final approach.
Opt for a seat ahead of the wing to ensure the engine does not block the view of the Normandy coastline. On evening flights, the left side offers the best chance to see the Eiffel Tower's rotating light beam as you enter the Paris holding pattern.
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The English Riviera
Bird's-eye view of Torbay, including the harbors of Paignton and Brixham, immediately following takeoff.
Channel Islands
On clear days, the islands of Alderney and Guernsey are visible to the south across the English Channel.
Pont de Normandie
The massive cable-stayed bridge spanning the Seine estuary between Le Havre and Honfleur.
Seine River Meanders
The winding loops of the River Seine as it cuts through the lush green landscapes of Normandy.
Château de Chantilly
The historic grand estate and surrounding forest located just north of the Charles de Gaulle airfield.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun glare over the Channel. Be ready with your camera about 20 minutes before landing to catch the intricate patterns of the Seine river as the plane descends into the Oise valley.
Book Hotels in ParisDistance: 468 km (291 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 47 min
Departure: EXT (50.73440170288086, -3.4138898849487305)
Arrival: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Route Type: International
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