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JER → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Jersey Airport (Jersey) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the departure over St Helier, the French coastline across the channel, and a stunning perspective of the London skyline and Thames Estuary during the descent into Stansted.
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St Helier
A bird's-eye view of Jersey's capital, the harbor, and Elizabeth Castle shortly after departure.
Normandy Coast
The Cotentin Peninsula of France is clearly visible across the water on clear days during the channel crossing.
Portsmouth Harbour
Views of the Spinnaker Tower and the historic dockyards as the plane enters UK airspace.
South Downs
The rolling green hills and white chalk escarpments of England's newest National Park.
London Cityscape
As the flight descends towards Essex, catch the skyscrapers of Canary Wharf and the Shard to the west.
Thames Estuary
The widening mouth of the River Thames and the industrial landscape of the DP World London Gateway.
The right side is highly recommended for the approach into Stansted; as the aircraft often tracks east of London, you get a panoramic view of the city's skyline. For early morning flights, be aware of sun glare on this side. Try to book a seat away from the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Portsmouth naval base.
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St Ouen's Bay
Aerial view of Jersey's dramatic western coastline and five-mile beach immediately after takeoff.
Guernsey & Sark
Distances views of the other Channel Islands sitting in the turquoise waters of the English Channel.
The Needles
The iconic chalk stacks and lighthouse at the western tip of the Isle of Wight as you reach the UK coast.
The New Forest
A vast expanse of ancient woodland and heathland visible as the aircraft crosses into Hampshire.
Windsor Castle
On specific westerly flight paths, the historic royal residence may be visible in the distance to the west.
Sit on the left for the best views of the smaller Channel Islands during the initial climb. This side is also preferable if you want to avoid the direct afternoon sun when flying north. Keep an eye out for the Isle of Wight's white cliffs shortly after crossing the water.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 344 km (214 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 34 min
Departure: JER (49.20790100097656, -2.1955099105834956)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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