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LDE → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées Airport (Tarbes) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning farewell to the Pyrenees, a continuous view of the rugged Atlantic coastline of France, and the best chance to see the London skyline on the descent into Stansted.
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Pyrenees Vista
Upon takeoff, enjoy immediate views of the snow-capped Pyrenean peaks and the foothills surrounding Lourdes.
Landes Forest
Witness the massive, geometric expanse of Western Europe's largest maritime pine forest stretching toward the coast.
Bassin d'Arcachon
Look for the Dune du Pilat, the tallest sand dune in Europe, bordering the blue waters of the Atlantic.
Gironde Estuary
The wide river mouth where the Garonne meets the sea, surrounded by the world-famous vineyards of Bordeaux.
Île de Ré
The distinctive long, white bridge and salt pans of this scenic island are visible near La Rochelle.
London Cityscape
During the descent into STN, the Shard, Canary Wharf, and the winding Thames are often visible to the west.
Sit on the left for the best morning light on the French coast. On a clear day, the Dune du Pilat is a must-see landmark shortly after reaching cruising altitude. As you approach London, keep your camera ready for the capital's skyline, which usually appears roughly 15 minutes before landing.
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Dordogne Valley
View the winding rivers and limestone cliffs of central-western France as you head north.
Loire Valley
Catch glimpses of the 'Garden of France' and the historic chateaux scattered along the Loire riverbanks.
Normandy Countryside
The landscape shifts to the patchwork green fields and apple orchards typical of the northern French interior.
English Channel
Observe the high-density shipping lanes of the Dover Strait, one of the world's busiest maritime routes.
Southend-on-Sea
As you cross the Thames Estuary, look for the world's longest pleasure pier stretching into the water.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides a better perspective of the Thames Estuary and the Essex coastline during the final approach. Watch for the massive wind farms located in the North Sea just before crossing the English coast.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 968 km (601 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: LDE (43.1786994934082, -0.006438999902456999)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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