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GVA → LGW
Which side of the plane to sit from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (Geneva) to London Gatwick Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular close-up views of the Jura Mountains immediately after takeoff and a superior angle for spotting the English coastline and the White Cliffs of Dover during the approach into Gatwick.
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Jura Ridges
Breathtaking views of the limestone folds and rocky peaks of the Jura range right after wheels up from GVA.
Champagne Region
Aerial perspective of the historic hillsides and famous vineyards of the Marne department.
Strait of Dover
The narrowest part of the English Channel, often filled with busy shipping lanes and cargo vessels.
White Cliffs
Iconic views of the Dover coastline and East Kent if the flight path follows the typical easterly arrival stack.
The Weald
A patchwork of ancient woodlands and small farms throughout Kent and Surrey during final descent.
The right side is generally superior for mountain photography shortly after departure from Runway 22. On clear days, you can often see the English coast much earlier than those on the left. Morning flights offer the best lighting as the sun remains on the opposite side of the aircraft.
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Lake Geneva
Exquisite views of the crescent-shaped Lac Léman and the Jet d'Eau fountain if the aircraft departs towards the northeast.
Jura Mountains
The northern slopes and forested ridges along the border between Switzerland and France.
Burgundy Vineyards
Patterned agricultural landscapes and famous wine-producing regions of central-eastern France.
Parisian Outskirts
Distant views of the sprawling Greater Paris metropolitan area as the flight heads northwest.
South Downs
Rolling green hills and chalk grasslands visible as the plane descends into West Sussex.
Sit on the left for evening flights to enjoy the sunset over France. This side is also preferred if the aircraft uses Runway 04 for takeoff, as it provides a panoramic sweep of the city and lake. Keep your camera ready for the first 10 minutes.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 715 km (444 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 12 min
Departure: GVA (46.23809814453125, 6.108950138092041)
Arrival: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)
Route Type: International
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