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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior mix of iconic English landmarks like Durham Cathedral, the rolling Pennines, and a better chance of seeing the Paris city skyline including the Eiffel Tower on the final approach into CDG.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Durham Cathedral

A stunning bird's-eye view of the UNESCO World Heritage site sitting on its rocky peninsula.

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The Pennines

The 'backbone of England' provides a scenic backdrop of peaks and valleys to the west.

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Greater London

On clear days, the distant skyscrapers of the City and Canary Wharf are visible before crossing the sea.

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English Channel

Views of the busy shipping lanes and the coastal cliffs of Picardy as you enter French airspace.

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Paris Skyline

The most coveted view; depending on the approach path, the Eiffel Tower and Sacré-Cœur are often visible to the west.

Choose the right side for the highest landmark density. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff for Durham and again about 15 minutes before landing. If CDG is using westerly runways, the right side offers a magnificent view of the entire Paris skyline and its iconic monuments.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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North Sea Coastline

Dramatic views of the rugged Northeast coast and the Port of Sunderland shortly after departure.

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North York Moors

Expansive views of the purple-hued moorland and the Cleveland Hills as you head south.

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Humber Estuary

A clear view of the massive Humber Bridge and the industrial landscape of Hull.

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The Strait of Dover

Aerial perspective of the narrowest part of the English Channel with the Port of Calais visible.

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Northern French Towns

A patchwork of French farmland and the historic architecture of towns like Arras.

The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides excellent views of the North Sea coastline and the White Cliffs of Dover during the Channel crossing. Look for the distinct shape of the Humber Bridge roughly 20 minutes into the flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 730 km (454 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min

Departure: NCL (55.037498474121094, -1.6916699409484863)

Arrival: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)

Route Type: International

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