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GOA โ STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (Genoa) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the most dramatic phase of the flight: the crossing of the Western Alps, followed by iconic views of the White Cliffs of Dover and a high probability of seeing the London skyline during the approach to Stansted.
Port of Genoa
A spectacular overhead view of Italy's busiest maritime gateway and the historic city center during climb out.
Mont Blanc & The Alps
Peerless views of Europe's highest peaks, including the Mont Blanc massif and the Aosta Valley.
Lake Geneva
The massive crescent-shaped lake is often visible to the east as the plane heads north through French airspace.
White Cliffs of Dover
The iconic chalk cliffs of the English coast are a frequent highlight when crossing the channel via the Dover strait.
London Cityscape
During the descent into Stansted, the aircraft often banks, providing a panoramic view of the London skyline and the Thames to the south.
Ely Cathedral
On clear days during the final approach, the 'Ship of the Fens' can be spotted standing out against the flat Cambridgeshire horizon.
The Alpine crossing occurs within the first 20 minutes of flight; stay alert immediately after the seatbelt sign turns off. For the best experience, choose a seat away from the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the mountains. In winter, the snow-covered peaks are particularly breathtaking during the late afternoon 'golden hour' flights.
Ligurian Coastline
Aerial views of the Italian Riviera stretching towards Savona and the French border shortly after takeoff.
Ecrins National Park
The rugged peaks of the Dauphinรฉ Alps in Southeastern France, often visible to the west of the flight path.
Greater Paris
The sprawling urban density of the French capital and its northern suburbs are frequently visible during the cruise phase.
English Channel Crossing
A clear view of the busy shipping lanes between Dieppe and Newhaven as the aircraft transitions to UK airspace.
The Weald
The rolling greenery and patchwork fields of the Sussex and Kent countryside during the initial descent.
For the best photography, opt for a morning flight to have the sun behind you when looking west toward the French interior. Keep an eye out for the distinctive loop of the Seine river as the plane bypasses the Paris region. If the plane lands towards the south at Stansted, this side may also glimpse the rural Essex landscape.
Distance: 1,046 km (650 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: GOA (44.4133, 8.8375)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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