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LYS → BOD
Which side of the plane to sit from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (Lyon) to Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (Bordeaux)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular view of the UNESCO-listed Chaîne des Puys volcanoes in the Massif Central and a superior perspective of the Gironde estuary during the approach into Bordeaux.
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Lyon Urban Area
Catch a glimpse of the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers if the flight path departs toward the north.
Puy de Dôme
The most iconic peak of the Chaîne des Puys, easily identifiable by the telecommunication tower at its summit.
Chaîne des Puys
A stunning alignment of over 80 extinct volcanoes, including cinder cones and lava domes, stretching across the horizon.
Gironde Estuary
The massive meeting point of the Garonne and Dordogne rivers, creating the largest estuary in Western Europe.
Médoc Châteaux
During the final approach into BOD, look for the prestigious wine estates of the Médoc region north of Bordeaux city.
The right side is the clear winner for geology enthusiasts. For the best view of the Puy de Dôme, ensure you are in a window seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. Flights in the late afternoon offer stunning golden hour lighting over the volcanic peaks and the Gironde waters.
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View the historic industrial and design city of Saint-Étienne nestled in the Furan valley shortly after departure.
Monts du Cantal
Europe's largest stratovolcano remnants are visible to the south, showcasing dramatic glacial valleys.
Dordogne River
The meandering path of the Dordogne river cuts through limestone plateaus as you enter the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region.
Saint-Émilion Vineyards
As the plane descends, look for the dense, prestigious vineyards surrounding the historic village of Saint-Émilion.
Sit on the left if you want a chance to spot the Pyrenees mountain range on the far southern horizon during clear winter days. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the Dordogne valley, while afternoon flights may suffer from glare when looking south.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 464 km (288 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 46 min
Departure: LYS (45.725556, 5.081111)
Arrival: BOD (44.8283004761, -0.7155560255050001)
Route Type: Domestic
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