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LRT → ORY
Which side of the plane to sit from Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport (Lorient) to Paris-Orly Airport (Paris)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a strategic advantage for departure views of Lorient's historic naval base and an exceptional perspective of the Palace of Versailles and the Paris skyline during the final approach into Orly.
Lorient Submarine Base
The massive Keroman submarine pens from WWII are clearly visible immediately after takeoff.
Brocéliande Forest area
The mystical inland forests of central Brittany, known for Arthurian legends, pass by shortly after departure.
Perche Natural Park
Rolling hills and historic manor houses typical of the Norman and Maine borders.
Palace of Versailles
Depending on the arrival pattern, the gardens and the palace are often visible on the descent into Orly.
Paris Skyline
The Eiffel Tower and La Défense business district can be spotted on the horizon during the northern approach.
Boulogne-Billancourt
Dense urban views of the Seine River loops just before landing.
Sit on the left for the most iconic landmarks. Book a window seat away from the wing for unobstructed views of Versailles. On morning flights, the lighting from the south illuminates the Parisian monuments perfectly without causing glare on your window.
Golfe du Morbihan
A stunning 'inner sea' dotted with dozens of small green islands visible during the initial climb.
Vilaine Estuary
The dramatic meeting point of the Vilaine river and the Atlantic Ocean.
Beauce Plains
The vast, flat agricultural 'granary of France' with its distinct geometric field patterns.
Chartres Cathedral
Its two mismatched spires are often visible rising above the flat horizon in the distance.
Essonne Valley
Lush green valleys and suburban clusters south of the capital as you enter the final glide path.
Choose the right side if you prefer coastal geography; the Morbihan Gulf is spectacular. This side also gets more direct sunlight, making it warmer but potentially harder for photography. Keep an eye out for the massive fields of the Beauce region during the cruise phase.
Distance: 444 km (276 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 44 min
Departure: LRT (47.76060104370117, -3.440000057220459)
Arrival: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)
Route Type: Domestic
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