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LIG โ†’ STN

Which side of the plane to sit from Limoges Airport (Limoges) to London Stansted Airport (London)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers the most iconic landmarks, including a direct view of the Seven Sisters white cliffs upon entering UK airspace and a superior perspective of the London skyline during the descent into Stansted.

Left Side Highlights
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Limousin Landscapes

Lush green rolling hills and deep river valleys of the Limousin region immediately after takeoff.

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Loire Valley

Aerial views of the winding Loire River and the historic chรขteaux scattered across the Touraine region.

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Alabaster Coast

The dramatic white chalk cliffs of Upper Normandy near Dieppe as the aircraft leaves the French coast.

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Seven Sisters Cliffs

Unrivaled views of the famous undulating white chalk cliffs and Beachy Head lighthouse in East Sussex.

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London Skyline

Distant but clear views of The Shard, Canary Wharf, and the City of London as the plane turns for its final approach.

Sit on the left for the best photographic opportunities of the English coast. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind or above the plane, illuminating the white cliffs of Sussex perfectly. During the descent, keep your camera ready for the London skyline which often appears during the standard arrival patterns from the south.

Right Side Highlights
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Paris Distant Horizon

On clear days, the silhouette of the Eiffel Tower and the Paris skyline can be spotted on the eastern horizon.

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English Channel Lanes

The world's busiest shipping lanes, filled with cargo ships and ferries transiting the Strait of Dover.

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Thames Estuary

The expansive mouth of the Thames, featuring the Isle of Sheppey and sprawling sandbanks.

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Dartford Crossing

A clear view of the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge and the industrial infrastructure of the eastern Thames.

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Essex Countryside

The patchwork of yellow and green fields of rural Essex as the plane descends toward Stansted.

The right side is excellent for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides a unique perspective of the Thames Estuary's industrial beauty. Watch for the 'Maunsell Sea Forts' in the water if the visibility is high and the flight path takes a slightly more easterly route.

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Route Information

Distance: 673 km (418 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 7 min

Departure: LIG (45.86280059814453, 1.1794400215148926)

Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)

Route Type: International

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