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NTE β LIL
Which side of the plane to sit from Nantes Atlantique Airport (Nantes) to Lille-Lesquin Airport (Lille)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic loops of the Seine River near Normandy and distant glimpses of the Opal Coast and the English Channel.
Nantes & Erdre River
Aerial view of the 'Grand Parc' and the Erdre river flowing into the city center shortly after takeoff.
Normandy Bocage
The traditional patchwork of hedgerows and lush green pastures characteristic of the Orne and Eure regions.
Seine River Meanders
Dramatic white chalk cliffs and deep loops of the Seine river as the flight path crosses near Rouen.
Baie de Somme
On very clear days, the shimmering waters of the Somme estuary are visible on the horizon to the northwest.
Historic Arras
The distinct layout of the 'Place des HΓ©ros' and the 'Grand' Place' in Arras can be spotted during the descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. This side is also preferable if the aircraft executes a standard approach from the west into Lille-Lesquin, offering views of the Belgian border regions. Keep an eye out for the white chalk cliffs near the Seine river crossings.
Loire Valley
Views of the wide, sandy banks of the Loire river as the aircraft climbs and turns toward the northeast.
Parisian Silhouette
Looking southeast at cruising altitude, the distant urban sprawl of Paris and the Eiffel Tower may be visible on high-visibility days.
Amiens Cathedral
The massive Gothic structure of the Amiens Cathedral is often identifiable amidst the surrounding city grid.
Euralille District
Clear views of the modern skyscrapers and the TGV station hub as you approach Lille-Lesquin airport.
Choose the right side if you are flying in the late afternoon to capture the golden hour light over the northern plains. It is the better side for spotting the distant skyline of the French capital if the flight path is pushed eastward by air traffic control. Watch for the stark contrast between the industrial north and the green agricultural fields during the final 10 minutes.
Distance: 512 km (318 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 51 min
Departure: NTE (47.15319824220001, -1.61073005199)
Arrival: LIL (50.563332, 3.086886)
Route Type: Domestic
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