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LHR â SEA
Which side of the plane to sit from London Heathrow Airport (London) to Seattle Tacoma International Airport (Seattle)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic and prolonged views of the Greenland ice sheet, the rugged fjords of Baffin Island, and the vast frozen landscapes of the Canadian Arctic without the harsh glare of the southern sun.
Scottish Highlands
If the flight takes a northerly track, enjoy views of the Great Glen and the jagged peaks of northwest Scotland.
Greenland Ice Cap
Hours of spectacular views over the world's second-largest ice body, featuring deep blue meltwater lakes.
Baffin Island
Stunning vertical granite cliffs and deep fjords that define the landscape of Nunavut.
The Salish Sea
As you descend, look for the intricate network of islands and waterways of the San Juan Islands.
Olympic Mountains
The jagged, snow-capped peaks of Olympic National Park visible to the west of the flight path.
Seattle Skyline
On a southerly landing pattern, you may catch a glimpse of the Space Needle and the downtown waterfront.
The right side is the 'cool side' for this route, avoiding direct sunlight while providing the best angle for the Arctic landscapes. Use an interactive flight map to time the Greenland crossing, which is the visual highlight of the trip. In winter months, keep an eye out for the Aurora Borealis during the darker portions of the flight over northern Canada.
Irish Atlantic Coast
The rugged western cliffs and green fields of Ireland are often visible shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Southern Greenland
Glacial tongues and massive icebergs floating in the North Atlantic near the tip of Cape Farewell.
Hudson Bay Shoreline
The desolate and beautiful transition from the Arctic tundra to the waters of northern Manitoba.
Mount Baker
A massive, snow-covered stratovolcano that dominates the horizon as you cross the Canadian border.
Lake Washington
Aerial views of the Bellevue and Seattle suburbs during the descent into Sea-Tac.
Mount Rainier
The most iconic peak in the Pacific Northwest, appearing massive and majestic on the final approach.
While the views are excellent, the left side faces the sun for the majority of this westbound flight, which can lead to significant glare and heat. Keep your window shade partially closed during the mid-flight over Canada to stay comfortable, but definitely open it as you cross the US border for the volcano views.
Distance: 7,702 km (4,786 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 4 min
Departure: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Arrival: SEA (47.449001, -122.308998)
Route Type: International
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