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LHR → GYD
Which side of the plane to sit from London Heathrow Airport (London) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (Baku)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft provides an unparalleled view of the Greater Caucasus mountain range and the snow-capped peaks of the Eurasian divide.
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London Landmarks
Aerial views of the Tower Bridge and the Thames when taking off towards the east.
Continental Europe
Flyover of the Belgian and German countryside with views of the Rhine and Main rivers.
Carpathian Range
The rugged and forested peaks of the Romanian Carpathians stretching across the horizon.
Great Caucasus
The highlight of the trip, featuring the towering, ice-clad peaks of the Caucasus Mountains.
Absheron Peninsula
The unique geographic hook of Azerbaijan extending into the Caspian Sea.
Choose the left side for the morning or midday flight to capture the Greater Caucasus in the best light. Avoid the middle-wing section to ensure the massive mountain peaks are fully visible for photography.
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English Channel
Views of the White Cliffs of Dover and the maritime activity in the world's busiest waterway.
Distant Alps
On clear days, the jagged skyline of the Austrian and Swiss Alps is visible to the south.
Black Sea Coast
The vast southern expanse of the Black Sea and the northern coastline of Turkey.
Baku Skyline
Spectacular views of the Flame Towers, the Crystal Hall, and the Caspian Sea during descent.
The right side is ideal for catching the sunset over the horizon on late-afternoon flights. It also provides the best perspective of Baku's urban development and the Bay of Baku during the landing sequence.
Book Hotels in BakuDistance: 4,002 km (2,487 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 42 min
Departure: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Arrival: GYD (40.46749877929688, 50.04669952392578)
Route Type: International
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