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LYS → PIS
Which side of the plane to sit from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (Lyon) to Poitiers-Biard Airport (Poitiers)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the volcanic landscapes of the Massif Central and the famous Chaîne des Puys UNESCO site during the mid-flight transit.
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Beaujolais Vineyards
The scenic wine country north of Lyon, characterized by golden hills and historic estates.
Chaîne des Puys
An incredible alignment of over 80 dormant volcanoes, including the iconic, pointed Puy de Dôme peak.
Upper Loire Valley
The early stretches of France's longest river as it cuts through the rocky terrain near Roanne.
Brenne Natural Park
Known as the land of a thousand lakes, these numerous water bodies glisten to the north during the descent phase.
The volcanic peaks of the Auvergne are the absolute highlight of this route; sit on the right and look out about 20 minutes after takeoff. In winter, the snow-covered craters provide exceptional contrast for photography. Use a polarizing filter if shooting through the window to manage haze over the Massif Central.
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Lyon Urban Area
Panoramic view of the Lyon metropolis and the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers shortly after takeoff.
Monts du Lyonnais
Rolling hills and traditional French agricultural landscapes immediately west of the departure airport.
Millevaches Regional Park
Vast green plateaus and dense forest canopies of the Limousin region visible during the southern transit.
Vienne River
The meandering path of the Vienne river as the aircraft begins its final descent into the Poitou region.
Choose this side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. Keep your eyes peeled for the city of Saint-Étienne to the south shortly after reaching cruising altitude. This side is typically more shaded during the westward afternoon journey.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 380 km (236 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 38 min
Departure: LYS (45.725556, 5.081111)
Arrival: PIS (46.58769989013672, 0.30666598677635193)
Route Type: Domestic
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