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LYS → CFE
Which side of the plane to sit from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (Lyon) to Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport (Clermont-Ferrand)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most dramatic views of the UNESCO-listed Chaîne des Puys volcanic chain and the iconic Puy de Dôme peak during the final approach into Clermont-Ferrand.
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Lyon Cityscape
Panoramic views of the Rhône and Saône rivers meeting in the heart of Lyon.
Loire River Gorges
Deeply incised river valleys and winding water paths cutting through the granite.
Chaîne des Puys
A spectacular alignment of 80 dormant volcanoes, including perfectly formed cinder cones.
Puy de Dôme
The highest point of the volcanic chain, often topped by its distinctive telecommunications tower.
Request a window seat on the right for the best photographic opportunities of the volcanoes. During the descent into CFE, the aircraft often banks, providing a top-down view of the volcanic craters. Late afternoon flights offer the best lighting to emphasize the topographical relief of the craters.
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Monts du Lyonnais
Gentle hills and agricultural patchwork visible immediately after departure from Lyon.
Pilat Natural Park
Dense coniferous forests and rugged terrain to the south of the flight path.
Saint-Étienne View
Distant views of the urban landscape and industrial heritage of Saint-Étienne.
Monts du Forez
High granite plateaus that form the backbone of the region between the two cities.
On clear mornings, look backward toward the east to spot the distant, snow-capped French Alps. This side is better for seeing the deep greens of the Forez forests during the summer months.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 148 km (92 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 15 min
Departure: LYS (45.725556, 5.081111)
Arrival: CFE (45.7867012024, 3.1691699028)
Route Type: Domestic
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