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LGW → TRN
Which side of the plane to sit from London Gatwick Airport (London) to Turin Airport (Torino)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the highest peaks of the European Alps, including a spectacular view of Mont Blanc and the dramatic transition from the French plains to the Italian mountains.
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English Channel Crossing
Aerial views of the busy shipping lanes and the white cliffs near Beachy Head shortly after takeoff.
Champagne Region
The rolling landscape of Eastern France, dotted with the famous vineyards of the Champagne-Ardenne area.
Mont Blanc
The highest peak in the Alps usually appears on the left, offering a breathtaking sight of its snow-capped massif.
Graian Alps
Dense clusters of jagged peaks and deep valleys as the plane crosses the border into the Piedmont region.
Turin City Center
During the final descent, look for the iconic spire of the Mole Antonelliana rising above the city grid.
Opt for the left side on morning flights for the best lighting on the Alpine peaks without sun glare. As you approach the mountains, watch for the distinctive crescent shape of Lake Geneva in the distance to the northeast. Keep your camera ready as you cross the French-Italian border, as this is where the terrain is most dramatic.
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Somme Estuary
The intricate patterns of the Northern French coastline and the river mouth near Saint-Valery-sur-Somme.
Jura Mountains
Dense evergreen forests and long, folded limestone ridges that precede the high Alps.
Vanoise National Park
Stunning views of the rugged wilderness and high-altitude lakes of the French Savoie region.
Monviso
The iconic pyramid-shaped peak, also known as the 'King of Stone', stands out to the southwest of Turin.
Allianz Stadium
The home of Juventus FC is often visible on the northwestern outskirts of the city during the landing approach.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the French countryside. It provides a better view of the Jura Mountains and the western valleys of the Piedmont region. During the descent, the Monviso peak is a key landmark to spot on the horizon to the southwest.
Book Hotels in TorinoDistance: 880 km (547 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)
Arrival: TRN (45.200802, 7.64963)
Route Type: International
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