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ORY → FDF
Which side of the plane to sit from Paris-Orly Airport (Paris) to Martinique Aimé Césaire International Airport (Fort-de-france)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior departure view over the historic Loire Valley and the rugged Atlantic coast of France, followed by a dramatic first glimpse of Martinique's lush Atlantic coastline and the Caravelle Peninsula.
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Loire Valley Châteaux
Aerial views of the winding Loire River and the historic estates of central France shortly after takeoff.
Côte de Lumière
The sandy beaches and marshes of the Vendée region as the aircraft crosses the French coastline.
North Atlantic Expanse
A vast blue landscape where you can spot weather fronts and deep-sea vessel tracks.
Caravelle Peninsula
The jagged, green easternmost tip of Martinique, providing a stark contrast against the Atlantic surf.
Mount Pelée
The imposing silhouette of the island's famous volcano, often shrouded in tropical clouds.
Sit on the left for the best lighting during the morning departure from Paris. As you approach Martinique, usually from the northeast, the left side is the first to see land. Keep your window shade open during the final 30 minutes of the flight to catch the dramatic transition from deep ocean to vibrant coral reefs and volcanic peaks.
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Paris Suburbs
Views of the sprawling southern Parisian landscape and the Orly infrastructure during takeoff.
Bay of Biscay
Looking out toward the open ocean and the maritime routes connecting France to Spain.
Trade Wind Clouds
Characteristic 'popcorn' cumulus clouds forming as the aircraft enters tropical latitudes.
Northern Caribbean Sea
Turquoise waters visible if the flight path tracks slightly north of the island before the turn.
Fort-de-France Bay
A view of the bustling harbor and the capital city's colorful rooftops during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct glare from the sun, which will be to the south (left). During the landing pattern at FDF, the right side often gets a sweeping view of the Caribbean coastline and the Pitons du Carbet if the aircraft performs a standard approach from the west.
Book Hotels in Fort-de-franceDistance: 6,852 km (4,258 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 4 min
Departure: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)
Arrival: FDF (14.590999603271484, -61.00320053100586)
Route Type: International
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