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LGW → NTE
Which side of the plane to sit from London Gatwick Airport (London) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (Nantes)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for iconic landmarks, including the Isle of Wight, the rugged coastline of Brittany, and the world-famous Mont Saint-Michel monastery.
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Isle of Wight
Aerial view of the diamond-shaped island, the Solent, and the famous white chalk stacks known as The Needles.
Portsmouth Harbour
A clear view of the historic naval base, the Spinnaker Tower, and busy ferry traffic crossing to France.
Mont Saint-Michel
The legendary medieval abbey perched on a rocky tidal island, often visible mid-flight on clear days.
Emerald Coast
The stunning turquoise waters and jagged granite coastline of eastern Brittany near Saint-Malo.
Saint-Nazaire Bridge
The massive cable-stayed bridge spanning the Loire estuary, visible during the final approach into Nantes.
The right side is the clear winner for landmark spotting. The highlight is Mont Saint-Michel; ask the crew if the flight path passes near it, as it is a small but unmistakable speck on the horizon. During morning flights, the lighting on the English South Coast is spectacular. If the wind is from the East, your approach into NTE may provide a perfect view of the Atlantic coast before landing.
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The High Weald
Lush green rolling hills and ancient woodlands of Sussex visible immediately after departing London Gatwick.
Alabaster Coast
Dramatic white chalk cliffs of Normandy near Dieppe as the flight crosses from the English Channel into France.
Le Havre & Seine Estuary
The major industrial port of Le Havre and the expansive mouth of the River Seine flowing into the sea.
Caen
The historic city of Caen, known for its Romanesque abbeys and strategic importance during the D-Day landings.
Pays de la Loire
A mosaic of vineyards and traditional French farmland as you descend toward the Nantes metropolitan area.
Sit on the left for better views of the sprawling French countryside and the Alabaster Coast's vertical cliffs. For evening flights, this side avoids direct glare from the setting sun, making it easier to photograph the landscape. Keep an eye out for the bridges crossing the Seine near Le Havre shortly after entering French airspace.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 456 km (283 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 46 min
Departure: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)
Arrival: NTE (47.15319824220001, -1.61073005199)
Route Type: International
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