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LCY → GVA
Which side of the plane to sit from London City Airport (London) to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (Geneva)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a superior panoramic view of the London skyline upon departure from LCY, followed by an iconic approach over Lake Geneva with the Alps and Mont Blanc visible in the distance.
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London Docklands
Spectacular low-altitude views of the O2 Arena, Canary Wharf, and the Thames Barrier immediately after takeoff.
English Channel
Clear views of the busy shipping lanes and the white cliffs of the French coast near Calais.
Champagne Region
Aerial perspective of the sprawling vineyards and rolling hills of northeastern France.
Mont Blanc
On clear days, the highest peak in the Alps is visible on the horizon during the descent into Geneva.
Lake Geneva
A stunning view of the crescent-shaped Lac Léman and the Jet d'Eau fountain just before touchdown.
Choose the left side for the 'scenic' approach. For morning flights, the sun is behind you, illuminating the Alps perfectly. Aim for a seat ahead of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the lake's blue waters during the final banking maneuvers.
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The Shard & City
A glimpse of London's iconic skyscrapers if the flight departs towards the west (Runway 27).
Greater Paris Area
The flight path often passes to the east of Paris, offering distant views of the metropolitan sprawl.
Burgundy Countryside
Uniform patterns of famous French wine-growing estates throughout the mid-flight cruise.
Jura Mountains
Dramatic limestone ridges and dense forests of the Jura range as the plane prepares for landing.
Geneva Cityscape
A close-up view of the city's residential districts and the United Nations headquarters on a Runway 04 arrival.
The right side is excellent for sunset flights as you'll see the sun dip behind the Jura Mountains. It provides a more rugged, mountainous feel during the final descent, particularly as the plane follows the Jura ridge south toward the airport.
Book Hotels in GenevaDistance: 734 km (456 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min
Departure: LCY (51.505299, 0.055277999999999994)
Arrival: GVA (46.23809814453125, 6.108950138092041)
Route Type: International
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