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LGW → TLV
Which side of the plane to sit from London Gatwick Airport (London) to Ben Gurion International Airport (Tel-aviv)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the highest peaks of the Swiss Alps and the most dramatic perspectives of the Israeli coastline upon arrival, with the sun behind the aircraft for better photography.
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The Swiss Alps
Breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks and glaciers as you cross central Europe.
Adriatic Sea
The rugged, island-dotted coastline of Croatia and the deep blue of the Adriatic.
Balkan Mountains
Dramatic ridges and valleys across Montenegro, Albania, and Greece.
Cyprus
A clear view of the northern and eastern coasts of the island of Cyprus before the final leg.
Mount Carmel & Haifa
Aerial view of the Bahá’í Gardens and the northern port city of Haifa during descent.
Book a seat on the left side for morning or midday flights; the sun will be on the opposite side, providing perfect lighting for the Alps. Keep an eye out for the Sea of Galilee in the distance to the east as you approach Israel's coast.
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White Cliffs of Dover
Excellent views of the English coastline and the Channel immediately after takeoff.
French Riviera
The glittering Mediterranean coastline of southern France and Monaco in the distance.
The Greek Isles
A bird's-eye view of the Cyclades, including the distinctive shapes of Santorini and Crete.
Tel Aviv Skyline
The classic 'entry' view of Tel Aviv's beaches and high-rise buildings on the final approach.
Old Jaffa
The ancient port of Jaffa is clearly visible as the aircraft banks for its final landing sequence.
The right side is spectacular for sunset flights as the sun sets over the Mediterranean. On the standard ILS approach to Runway 12 at Ben Gurion, the right side provides the best view of the Tel Aviv beach strip and urban core.
Book Hotels in Tel-avivDistance: 3,557 km (2,210 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 11 min
Departure: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)
Arrival: TLV (32.011398315429695, 34.88669967651367)
Route Type: International
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