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MPL → LGW
Which side of the plane to sit from Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport (Montpellier) to London Gatwick Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a stunning panorama of the Camargue's salt pans upon departure and the best chance to see the French Alps and Paris on the horizon.
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Camargue Wetlands
Vibrant pink salt flats and wetlands of the Rhone delta visible to the east.
Distant Alps
On clear days, the snow-capped French Alps are visible on the far eastern horizon.
Parisian Skyline
Depending on the specific flight path, the Eiffel Tower may be visible in the distance.
The English Channel
Aerial view of the world's busiest shipping lanes between France and the UK.
Sussex Weald
The lush green forests and rolling hills of South East England during the final approach.
Choose the right side for morning flights to benefit from the sun's position. Look out for the distinctive white cliffs near Beachy Head if the flight path tracks slightly east during the Channel crossing.
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Étang de l'Or
Beautiful coastal lagoons and sandbars immediately after takeoff from Montpellier.
Massif Central
Rugged volcanic terrain and deep valleys of central France visible during mid-cruise.
Loire Valley
The winding Loire river with distant glimpses of historic French chateaus.
Brighton Coast
Clear views of the Sussex coastline and the famous Brighton Pier during the descent.
Sit on the left for views of the Auvergne volcanoes during mid-flight. On arrival, this side usually offers a superior perspective of the South Downs National Park and the English south coast.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 898 km (558 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: MPL (43.57619857788086, 3.96301007270813)
Arrival: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)
Route Type: International
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