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Which side of the plane to sit from Paris-Orly Airport (Paris) to Le Puy-Loudes Airport (Le Puy)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers an unrivaled panorama of the Chaîne des Puys volcanic range and the rugged plateaus of the Massif Central during the descent.

Right Side Highlights
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Palace of Versailles

Depending on the departure path, look out for the sprawling gardens and historic palace of Versailles to the northwest.

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Sologne Forests

Fly over the wild, pond-dotted forests of Sologne, known for its rich biodiversity and hunting estates.

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Chaîne des Puys

A spectacular view of the UNESCO-listed chain of over 80 volcanic domes, including the iconic Puy de Dôme.

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Le Puy Volcanic Plugs

Catch glimpses of the dramatic basalt peaks, like Saint-Michel d'Aiguilhe, that define the skyline of Le Puy-en-Velay.

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Cantal Mountains

In the distance to the southwest, the jagged peaks of the Cantal massif, Europe's largest stratovolcano, are visible.

For the best experience, choose a window seat on the right during the late afternoon to see the sun illuminate the volcanic craters of Auvergne. The approach into Loudes is particularly scenic on this side as the plane maneuvers around the volcanic topography of the Velay region.

Left Side Highlights
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Parisian Suburbs

Aerial view of the dense urban sprawl and landmarks of the southern Ile-de-France region shortly after takeoff.

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The Loire River

Follow the winding path of France's longest river as the flight path crosses the Loire Valley near Nevers.

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Morvan Natural Park

Distances views of the rolling granite hills and dense woodlands of the Morvan Regional Natural Park to the east.

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Forez Mountains

The high altitude plateaus and pastoral landscapes of the Monts du Forez appearing on the left during the final approach.

Sit on the left for softer lighting during morning flights. This side is also excellent for spotting the meandering Loire Gorges just before the final descent into the Haute-Loire region. Keep an eye out for the distinct granite ridges of the eastern Massif Central.

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Route Information

Distance: 418 km (260 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 42 min

Departure: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)

Arrival: LPY (45.0806999206543, 3.7628901004791264)

Route Type: Domestic

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