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Which side of the plane to sit from Hannover Airport (Hannover) to Jersey Airport (Jersey)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a stunning sequence of European landscapes, culminating in the dramatic Normandy coastline and a potential distant view of Mont Saint-Michel before the final approach into Jersey.

Left Side Highlights
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Münsterland Region

View the lush, flat agricultural landscapes and historic manor houses of Westphalia shortly after departure.

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Flemish Borderlands

Glance down at the dense urban networks and historic cities of Belgium as you transit toward the coast.

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Alabaster Coast

Marvel at the towering white chalk cliffs of Upper Normandy as the flight path crosses the French coastline.

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Mont Saint-Michel

On clear days, look south to spot the iconic tidal island abbey sitting in its vast, shimmering bay.

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Sark and Herm

Get a bird's-eye view of the smaller, car-free Channel Islands just before touching down in Jersey.

Sit on the left for the best lighting during afternoon flights, as the sun will be behind you or to the right. Keep a keen eye out about 15-20 minutes before landing to spot the French coast. Spring and autumn provide the best clarity for seeing the intricate tidal patterns around the bay of Mont Saint-Michel.

Right Side Highlights
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Zeeland Delta

Observe the massive dams and bridges of the Dutch Delta Works, a true engineering marvel of water management.

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English Channel Shipping

Look down at one of the world's busiest maritime passages, dotted with cargo ships and tankers.

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Solent & Isle of Wight

Depending on the northernly deviation of the route, you may see the distinct diamond shape of the Isle of Wight.

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Jersey West Coast

See the sprawling sands of St. Ouen's Bay and the Corbière Lighthouse during the final descent into JER.

The right side is excellent for observing maritime traffic and the complex geography of the Dutch and English coastlines. If the flight path takes a more northerly route, you will have a prime view of the southern English shore. Use a polarized filter for photography to cut through the haze often found over the English Channel.

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Route Information

Distance: 908 km (564 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min

Departure: HAJ (52.461101532, 9.68507957458)

Arrival: JER (49.20790100097656, -2.1955099105834956)

Route Type: International

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