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LGW → YYC
Which side of the plane to sit from London Gatwick Airport (London) to Calgary International Airport (Calgary)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers unparalleled views of the jagged East Greenland coastline and the vast, shimmering ice cap, followed by the dramatic ice-filled expanse of the Hudson Bay.
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East Greenland Fjords
Dramatic, sharp-peaked mountains meeting deep blue water and floating icebergs along the coast.
Greenland Ice Sheet
A massive, seemingly endless white expanse of the world's second-largest ice body.
Hudson Bay
Depending on the season, view drifting sea ice and the rugged, remote coastline of Northern Canada.
Aurora Borealis
On winter flights or night sectors, this side faces the magnetic north, offering the best chance to see the Northern Lights.
Nunavut Tundra
Desolate Arctic landscapes characterized by thousands of small lakes and permafrost patterns.
The Greenland crossing usually occurs 4 to 5 hours into the flight; keep your window shade up during this window. This side is superior for photography as it avoids direct sunlight, preventing glare and preserving the blue tones of the ice and tundra below.
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Southern England
Views of the Sussex countryside and the Bristol Channel shortly after takeoff from Gatwick.
Boreal Forest
Vast stretches of the Canadian Shield's dense forests and countless lakes across Ontario and Manitoba.
The Prairies
The geometric patterns of agricultural land in Saskatchewan and Alberta during the final descent.
Calgary Skyline
Depending on the arrival runway, the city center and the iconic Calgary Tower may be visible to the west.
Expect heavy solar glare during the middle of this westbound journey as the sun stays to the south. Choose this side if you prefer to see the Rocky Mountains on the horizon during the final approach into Calgary, though they will be distant.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 7,055 km (4,384 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 18 min
Departure: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)
Arrival: YYC (51.113899231000005, -114.019996643)
Route Type: International
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