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LPL → CDG
Which side of the plane to sit from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (Liverpool) to Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of scenic coastal views over the Solent and a higher probability of spotting the Paris city center and Eiffel Tower during the approach to CDG.
Snowdonia & North Wales
Distant views of the Welsh mountains and the North Wales coastline during the initial climb out of Liverpool.
Historic Oxford
The 'Dreaming Spires' of Oxford University are frequently visible as the plane heads south over Oxfordshire.
The Solent & Isle of Wight
The distinctive diamond shape of the Isle of Wight and the busy shipping lanes of the Solent during the Channel crossing.
Normandy Coastline
Clear views of the French coast and the mouth of the Seine River near Le Havre as you enter French airspace.
Eiffel Tower & Paris Skyline
During the standard arrival patterns, the right side usually provides the best angle to see the Eiffel Tower and La Défense.
Sit on the right for morning flights to keep the sun behind the plane for better photography. This side is prime for the Isle of Wight crossing, which is a major visual landmark. On the descent into CDG, the right side is more likely to offer a glimpse of the Parisian skyline if the aircraft approaches from the west.
Liverpool Waterfront
Aerial view of the Pier Head, the Three Graces, and the historic Royal Albert Dock immediately after takeoff.
Anfield & Goodison Park
Direct views of Liverpool and Everton's iconic football stadiums shortly after departure from LPL.
The Midlands
A sweeping view of the industrial heartland including Birmingham and its surrounding urban sprawl.
Sussex Coastline
The dramatic white cliffs and shingle beaches near Dungeness as the flight departs the English coast.
Château de Chantilly
The sprawling historic estate and its famous horse racing track located just north of the Paris airport.
For the best lighting on the UK landscape, choose a late afternoon flight to avoid glare. Watch the Mersey Estuary immediately after takeoff for views of the Liverpool docks. As you cross into France, look for the distinctive gardens of Chantilly which are often used as a waypoint for the final approach into CDG.
Distance: 610 km (379 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 1 min
Departure: LPL (53.33359909057617, -2.849720001220703)
Arrival: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Route Type: International
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