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LYS → SXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (Lyon) to Strasbourg Airport (Strasbourg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the Jura Mountains and the spectacular, distant skyline of the Swiss and French Alps, including Mont Blanc on clear days.
Jura Mountain Range
Stunning aerial perspectives of the folded limestone ridges and deep forested valleys of the Jura massif.
The Alpine Horizon
On clear days, the entire northern chain of the Alps, dominated by the massive snowy peak of Mont Blanc, is visible to the east.
Lake Geneva Glimpse
The western edge of Lake Geneva and the Jet d'Eau can sometimes be spotted in the distance past the Jura ridges.
Alsatian Wine Route
Aerial views of the patchwork of vineyards and historic villages like Colmar nestled between the mountains and the Rhine.
The Black Forest
As you approach Strasbourg, look across the Rhine valley into Germany to see the dense, dark canopy of the Schwarzwald.
Book a seat on the right and fly during the late afternoon for the best lighting on the Alps. High-altitude clarity is crucial for the best mountain views, so winter flights often provide the sharpest visibility.
Lyon Metropolitan Area
Excellent views of the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers and the historic Presqu'île district shortly after takeoff.
Ballons des Vosges
Dramatic views of the rounded granite peaks of the Vosges mountains as the aircraft descends toward Alsace.
Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg
Look for this iconic 12th-century castle perched on a rocky spur overlooking the Upper Rhine Plain during the final approach.
Strasbourg Cathedral
The soaring sandstone spire of the Notre-Dame Cathedral is often visible on the left side during the landing pattern into SXB.
Morning flights are best for the left side to avoid the harsh afternoon sun. This side is particularly scenic during the descent phase when the aircraft tracks parallel to the Vosges mountain range.
Distance: 367 km (228 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 37 min
Departure: LYS (45.725556, 5.081111)
Arrival: SXB (48.53829956054688, 7.628230094909668)
Route Type: Domestic
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