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Which side of the plane to sit from Exeter International Airport (Exeter) to Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport (Rennes)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Channel Islands and the dramatic, jagged coastline of Brittany and the Emerald Coast.
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Dartmoor National Park
The wild, rugged moorland of Devon visible to the west shortly after departure.
The Channel Islands
Exceptional views of Jersey and Guernsey surrounded by turquoise waters in mid-flight.
Saint-Malo
The famous walled city and its star-shaped fortifications at the mouth of the Rance.
Emerald Coast
The stunning coastline of Brittany featuring rocky inlets and hidden sandy coves.
Rance Tidal Power Station
A unique view of the world's first tidal power station spanning the river.
This is the premier side for photography. The Channel Islands appear roughly halfway through the flight. On late afternoon flights, the golden hour light beautifully illuminates the Breton coastline.
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Aerial view of the River Exe as it opens into the English Channel just after takeoff.
Jurassic Coast
The red sandstone cliffs of East Devon and the start of the UNESCO World Heritage site.
Mont-Saint-Michel
On clear days, the iconic island abbey may be visible on the horizon to the east during the descent.
Rennes Cityscape
Views of the Ille-et-Vilaine capital's urban layout during the final approach.
Sit on this side for early morning flights to catch the sunrise over the English Channel. The highlights are most prominent in the first 10 and last 10 minutes of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 320 km (199 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 32 min
Departure: EXT (50.73440170288086, -3.4138898849487305)
Arrival: RNS (48.0694999695, -1.73478996754)
Route Type: International
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