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JER → SEN
Which side of the plane to sit from Jersey Airport (Jersey) to Southend Airport (Southend)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the other Channel Islands immediately after takeoff, followed by an excellent panoramic view of the Isle of Wight and the distant London skyline during the approach into Southend.
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St Ouen's Bay
Aerial views of Jersey's rugged western coastline and the Atlantic waves during the initial climb.
Channel Islands Archipelago
Clear sightings of Guernsey, Sark, and Herm as the aircraft heads north toward the English coast.
Isle of Wight
Detailed views of The Needles and the Solent, a primary maritime gateway for the United Kingdom.
South Downs
The rolling green hills and patchwork fields of the South Downs National Park in Sussex.
London Skyline
On clear days, the skyscrapers of Canary Wharf and the City of London are visible to the northwest.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to keep the sun behind you, enhancing the colors of the English countryside. Watch closely about 15 minutes before landing for the distinct outline of the Isle of Wight. This side is also best for spotting the Thames winding through the landscape during the final descent phase into Essex.
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Mont Orgueil Castle
A glimpse of the historic medieval fortress guarding Jersey's eastern coast upon departure.
Channel Shipping Lanes
Views of the world's busiest shipping lanes with various cargo ships and ferries crossing below.
Brighton Seafront
The iconic Brighton Palace Pier and the i360 tower are often visible along the Sussex shoreline.
Seven Sisters
The dramatic and brilliant white chalk cliffs stretching between Seaford and Eastbourne.
Thames Estuary
The massive infrastructure of the London Gateway port and the expanding industrial mouth of the Thames.
The right side is exceptional for morning flights to see the sunrise over the English Channel. Keep your camera ready as you cross the English coast near Eastbourne to capture the brilliant white of the Seven Sisters cliffs. As the plane turns north for Southend, look for the long structure of the Southend Pier stretching into the water.
Book Hotels in SouthendDistance: 333 km (207 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 33 min
Departure: JER (49.20790100097656, -2.1955099105834956)
Arrival: SEN (51.5713996887207, 0.6955559849739075)
Route Type: International
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