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MUC → LYS
Which side of the plane to sit from Munich Airport (Munich) to Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (Lyon)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the spectacular High Alps, including the majestic Mont Blanc massif and the dramatic peaks of the Swiss and French mountain ranges.
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Bavarian Alps
Soon after takeoff, the rugged peaks of Southern Germany appear to the south.
Austrian Arlberg
Glacial valleys and high-altitude terrain of the Vorarlberg region.
Central Swiss Alps
Distant but clear views of the glaciated 4,000-meter peaks of the Bernese Oberland.
Lake Geneva
The iconic crescent-shaped lake is often visible on the horizon during the cruise phase.
Mont Blanc
The highest peak in the Alps is a stunning highlight as you enter French airspace.
French Prealps
Dramatic limestone cliffs and deep valleys marking the descent into the Rhone region.
Choose a window seat on the left to capture the alpine chain. Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the southern mountain faces, providing excellent contrast. Ensure you sit away from the wing to have an unobstructed view of Mont Blanc during the descent.
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Munich Cityscape
A great view of the city and the Allianz Arena depending on the departure runway.
Lake Constance
A vast view of the Bodensee and the northern shoreline bordering Germany and Switzerland.
Jura Mountains
The forested ridges of the Jura range provide a lush green contrast to the rocky Alps.
Swiss Plateau
Patchwork fields and small villages of the northern Swiss countryside.
Rhone River
The winding river guiding the flight path toward the outskirts of Lyon.
The right side is better for seeing Lake Constance in its entirety. If the flight approaches Lyon from the north, you might catch a glimpse of the city's historic center. In the evening, this side enjoys the soft light of the setting sun over the Jura mountains.
Book Hotels in LyonDistance: 586 km (364 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 59 min
Departure: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Arrival: LYS (45.725556, 5.081111)
Route Type: International
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