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FRA → CDG
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Frankfurt skyline upon departure and passes closer to historic landmarks like Luxembourg City and the majestic Reims Cathedral during the descent into Paris.
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FRA Airport Layout
A comprehensive view of Frankfurt Airport's massive terminal complex and four-runway system.
Luxembourg City
The dramatic cliffs and historic fortifications of the city-state are often visible to the North.
Verdun Battlefields
Historic sites and memorials from World War I visible in the rolling landscape of eastern France.
Reims Cathedral
The massive Gothic structure, famous for the coronation of French kings, stands out in the city center.
Forêt de Chantilly
Lush green forests and the nearby legendary château as the aircraft prepares for final approach into CDG.
Choose the right side for the best chance to see the Frankfurt skyline if departing to the west. On the approach to CDG, keep your camera ready for the contrast between the historic French countryside and the modern airport infrastructure.
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Mainhattan Skyline
Aerial view of Frankfurt's banking district skyscrapers shortly after rotation.
Hunsrück Mountains
Densely forested low mountain range spanning the Rhineland-Palatinate region.
Champagne Vineyards
The meticulously geometric patterns of the famous vineyards around Épernay and the Marne Valley.
Parisian Horizon
On specific southern arrival patterns, a distant view of the Eiffel Tower and La Défense skyline.
Sit on the left for better lighting during morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun. This side is also preferable if the flight path tracks further south, offering a glimpse of the Saar river's winding curves.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 449 km (279 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 45 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Route Type: International
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