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NCE → BRS
Which side of the plane to sit from Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (Nice) to Bristol Airport (Bristol)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior departure view of the city of Nice and the Promenade des Anglais, followed by the dramatic snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps and the Verdon Gorge.
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Nice & Promenade des Anglais
An immediate view of the Baie des Anges and the iconic turquoise waterfront of Nice upon takeoff.
The Southern Alps
Dramatic, high-altitude views of the snow-dusted peaks of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region.
Verdon Gorge
The 'Grand Canyon of Europe' is often visible as a turquoise ribbon cutting through deep limestone cliffs.
Rhône Valley
The lush green tapestry of famous French vineyards stretching toward the horizon.
Severn Estuary & Bristol
On the descent, enjoy views of the Severn Bridges and the sprawling city of Bristol before touchdown.
Select a window seat on the right (usually 'F' seats) to capture the quintessential departure photo of Nice. Early morning flights offer the best lighting for the Alps, as the rising sun illuminates the eastern slopes of the mountains.
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Esterel Massif
The striking volcanic red rocks and jagged coastline of the Esterel situated between Cannes and Saint-Raphaël.
French Riviera Coast
Aerial views of the glitzy harbors of Cannes and the famous Gulf of Saint-Tropez shortly after takeoff.
Massif Central
Rugged volcanic plateaus and deep valleys of south-central France, offering a wilder landscape view.
Loire Valley
Gliding over the 'Garden of France' with glimpses of the winding Loire River and its surrounding chateaux.
The Jurassic Coast
Entering English airspace over the Dorset coast, featuring unique geological formations and limestone cliffs.
Sit on the left for the best views of the red Esterel cliffs if the plane turns south before heading north. During late afternoon flights, the sunset over the Atlantic and English Channel creates a beautiful orange glow across the cabin.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 1,136 km (706 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: NCE (43.658401489300005, 7.215869903560001)
Arrival: BRS (51.382702, -2.71909)
Route Type: International
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