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LCY → BES
Which side of the plane to sit from London City Airport (London) to Brest Bretagne Airport (Brest)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides prime views of the London skyline upon departure, the Solent, the Channel Islands, and the rugged Breton cliffs before landing.
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London Skyline
Incredible views of the Shard and the City of London skyscrapers if departing towards the west.
The Solent
Watch for the Isle of Wight and the distinctive Needles chalk formations on the southern UK coast.
Channel Islands
Look down to see the islands of Alderney and Guernsey dotting the turquoise sea on a clear day.
Breton Coastline
The jagged, rocky shores of Northern Brittany provide a dramatic backdrop for the descent into Brest.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic. Ensure you look out about 15-20 minutes after takeoff for the distinctive diamond shape of the Isle of Wight.
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Greenwich Peninsula
Immediate views of the O2 Arena and the Royal Observatory shortly after takeoff from London City Airport.
English Channel Crossing
Expansive views of the busy maritime traffic lanes and ferries between the UK and mainland Europe.
Newhaven-Dieppe Route
Observation of the central Channel transit corridor often visible mid-flight.
Upper Brittany
Scenic views of the French countryside and traditional stone villages as you enter French airspace.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you and avoid glare. This side offers a superior perspective of the O2 and Greenwich if the plane departs towards the east over the Thames.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 467 km (290 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 47 min
Departure: LCY (51.505299, 0.055277999999999994)
Arrival: BES (48.4478988647461, -4.418540000915527)
Route Type: International
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