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FRA → MPL
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport (Montpellier)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular distant views of the snow-capped Swiss Alps and Mont Blanc, followed by a dramatic approach over the Mediterranean coastline.
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Odenwald Mountains
Lush forested hills immediately south of Frankfurt as the plane gains altitude.
The Black Forest
Views of the dense evergreen canopy and deep valleys of southwestern Germany.
Mont Blanc & High Alps
On clear days, the iconic snow-covered peaks of the Alps and Europe's highest mountain are visible to the southeast.
Rhône Valley
The winding Rhône River flanked by famous steep-sloped vineyards of the Hermitage region.
Gulf of Lion
The deep blue Mediterranean Sea becomes visible as the aircraft banks for its final approach into Montpellier.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare while viewing the Alps. During the descent into MPL, the left side often gets a sweeping view of the coastline and the city's historic center depending on wind direction.
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Palatinate Forest
A sprawling UNESCO biosphere reserve featuring red sandstone cliffs and castle ruins.
Lyon Metropole
A clear view of France's third-largest city at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers.
Massif Central
The unique volcanic topography of the Chaîne des Puys, including extinct cinder cones.
Cévennes National Park
Rugged limestone plateaus and deep gorges marking the transition to Southern France.
Camargue Wetlands
Vast salt marshes and lagoons near the coast, often reflecting the sky during descent.
Choose the right side for sunset flights to catch the golden hour glow over the volcanic peaks of the Massif Central. Keep a lookout for the 'Pont du Gard' Roman aqueduct which can sometimes be spotted just west of the flight path.
Book Hotels in MontpellierDistance: 799 km (496 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: MPL (43.57619857788086, 3.96301007270813)
Route Type: International
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