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NTE → LGW
Which side of the plane to sit from Nantes Atlantique Airport (Nantes) to London Gatwick Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a better vantage point for the Channel Islands and the scenic approach over the English coastline near Brighton.
Loire Estuary
Aerial views of the river meeting the Atlantic Ocean immediately after departure.
Channel Islands
Excellent views of Jersey and Guernsey as you cross the English Channel at cruising altitude.
Brighton Front
The iconic English seaside city and its piers are often visible during the descent.
South Downs
Rolling green hills of the National Park forming a lush backdrop before landing.
For the best visibility of the Channel Islands, aim for a morning flight to avoid the glare of the afternoon sun. Seats in front of the wing are preferred for unobstructed photography.
Mont-Saint-Michel
The world-famous abbey is visible to the east as you cross the Normandy coast.
Cherbourg Port
Look down at the strategic northern tip of the Cotentin Peninsula and its massive breakwaters.
Chalk Cliffs
The white cliffs of the Seven Sisters can be spotted if the aircraft joins the Gatwick stack from the east.
Sussex Weald
A beautiful patchwork of ancient woodland and rural farmland in South East England.
Look out for Mont-Saint-Michel approximately 15 minutes after takeoff. If the weather is clear, the right side offers great views of the historic Normandy coastline.
Distance: 456 km (283 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 46 min
Departure: NTE (47.15319824220001, -1.61073005199)
Arrival: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)
Route Type: International
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