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LCY → BSL
Which side of the plane to sit from London City Airport (London) to EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport (Mulhouse)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is preferred for its vantage point over the Thames Estuary during takeoff and the superior views of the Black Forest and the Rhine river bend during the final approach into Basel.
Thames Estuary
Immediate views of the Thames Barrier and the sprawling docks of East London during departure.
The English Channel
A clear view of the narrowest point of the channel, often spotting ferries between Dover and Calais.
Champagne Countryside
Rolling hills and structured vineyard patterns across the Grand Est region of France.
The Black Forest
As the plane turns for the final approach, the dense, dark woods of the German Schwarzwald dominate the horizon.
Rhine River Bend
Watch the Rhine river curve through the tri-border area of France, Germany, and Switzerland.
Sit on the left for departures toward the east (Runway 09) to see the Kent coast. For the best experience, choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion, especially when photographing the Rhine valley during the descent. Morning flights offer the best lighting on the Black Forest without the afternoon sun glare.
London Skyscrapers
Unmatched views of Canary Wharf, the O2 Arena, and the City of London skyline if taking off to the west.
Historic Reims
Spot the sprawling urban layout of Reims and its famous cathedral from high altitude.
Vosges Mountains
The rounded peaks and forested ridges of the Vosges mountain range in eastern France.
Mulhouse Urban Area
A detailed look at the industrial heritage and automotive hubs of the Alsace region during descent.
Distant Swiss Alps
On exceptionally clear days, the snow-capped Bernese Oberland peaks are visible on the distant southern horizon.
The right side is unbeatable if the aircraft departs towards the west (Runway 27), as it provides a panoramic view of Central London. During winter, sunset flights from this side offer spectacular orange hues over the Vosges mountains. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes before landing for the Alpine horizon.
Distance: 692 km (430 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 9 min
Departure: LCY (51.505299, 0.055277999999999994)
Arrival: BSL (47.59, 7.5291667)
Route Type: International
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