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LHR β DTW
Which side of the plane to sit from London Heathrow Airport (London) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side (Starboard) is generally superior for this transatlantic route, offering potential views of the Greenland ice sheet and the rugged terrain of northern Quebec and Ontario.
London Cityscape
Panoramic views of the Thames, The Shard, and the London Eye if the flight loops east before heading west.
Greenland Ice Cap
On northern Great Circle tracks, witness massive glaciers and deep fjords along the southern tip of Greenland.
Labrador Icebergs
Occasional sightings of icebergs floating in the Labrador Sea during spring and early summer.
Canadian Shield
The vast, lake-riddled boreal forests of Quebec and Ontario look like a mosaic from high altitude.
Lake St. Clair
Visible just before touchdown, separating Detroit from Windsor, Ontario.
The right side offers the best chance for 'the big view'βGreenland. Check flight tracking apps; if the path is northerly, this side is a must. The sun will be behind or above the plane for much of the journey, reducing glare on the window.
Windsor Castle
Visible shortly after departure from LHR if the plane takes off towards the west.
Southern Irish Coast
Green pastures and rugged cliffs of County Cork and County Kerry before the Atlantic crossing.
St. John's, Newfoundland
The first point of North American landfall, featuring steep coastal inlets and the colorful harbor.
Detroit Skyline
Potential views of the Renaissance Center and downtown Detroit if landing on runways 21 or 22.
Gulf of St. Lawrence
Expansive water views and the transition from the ocean to the Canadian maritime provinces.
The left side is susceptible to direct afternoon sun glare during this westbound flight. It is best for seeing the English countryside immediately after takeoff and the Detroit city center during specific southerly landing patterns.
Distance: 6,044 km (3,756 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 7 min
Departure: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Arrival: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Route Type: International
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