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HEL → CDG
Which side of the plane to sit from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Helsinki) to Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most diverse scenery, ranging from the intricate Helsinki archipelago to the historic coastlines of the Baltic states and the urban landscapes of Northern Europe.
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Helsinki Archipelago
Thousands of granite islands and rocky outcrops visible immediately after takeoff from HEL.
Tallinn Skyline
The medieval spires and modern towers of Estonia's capital are often visible across the Gulf of Finland.
Latvian Coastline
The sweeping sandy curves of the Gulf of Riga and the dense pine forests of Kurzeme.
Masurian Lake District
A stunning patchwork of over 2,000 lakes nestled in the rolling landscape of northeastern Poland.
Berlin Sprawl
On southern-leaning flight paths, the vast urban area and recognizable Fernsehturm TV tower.
Ardennes Forest
Rolling green hills and dense woodlands crossing from Belgium into Northern France.
Book a window seat behind the wing for unobstructed photos of the Helsinki islands. On morning flights, the sun is behind you, providing excellent lighting for the Baltic coast. Look for the distinct change in landscape from the Baltic forests to the organized agriculture of Central Europe about midway through the flight.
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Open Baltic Sea
Vast, deep blue maritime views punctuated by cargo ships and occasional naval vessels.
Gotland Island
Depending on the corridor, the distinct shape of Sweden's largest island may appear on the horizon.
Hamburg & Elbe
The industrial beauty of Germany's largest port and the winding path of the Elbe River.
Wadden Sea
A unique intertidal zone of mudflats and wetlands visible along the German and Dutch coasts.
Brussels Cityscape
The headquarters of the EU and the Atomium are often visible during the initial descent phase.
Picardy Plains
The iconic flat agricultural heartland of Northern France leading into Paris.
The right side is perfect for sunset flights, as the sun dips below the North Sea horizon to the west. Keep an eye out for the massive wind farms in the Baltic and North Seas which look like tiny white patterns on the water. During the descent into CDG, this side often provides a clearer view of the final approach over the French countryside.
Book Hotels in ParisDistance: 1,896 km (1,178 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 32 min
Departure: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)
Arrival: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Route Type: International
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