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ORY → SXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Paris-Orly Airport (Paris) to Strasbourg Airport (Strasbourg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic views including the Paris skyline upon departure and a spectacular look at the Strasbourg city center and its cathedral during the final descent.
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Paris Skyline
Aerial view of the Eiffel Tower and the La Défense district shortly after departing Orly.
Champagne Vineyards
The geometric patterns of the famous vineyards around Reims and Epernay.
Reims Cathedral
The massive Gothic structure is often visible as the plane crosses the Grand Est region.
The Meuse River
Dramatic river bends and the historic landscapes surrounding the Verdun battlefields.
Strasbourg Cathedral
The distinct pink sandstone spire is a primary landmark on the left during the landing approach.
Sit in the forward cabin (rows 5-10) to avoid wing obstruction. For evening flights, this side catches the golden hour light hitting the Vosges mountains. On clear days, look for the 'Petite France' district just before touchdown.
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Fontainebleau Forest
A vast green expanse south of Paris visible during the initial climb out of Orly.
Nancy Cityscape
The structured urban layout of Nancy including the area around Place Stanislas.
High Vosges Peaks
View of the tallest mountains in the range, including the Grand Ballon and Hohneck.
Alsace Wine Route
Densely packed vineyard villages nestled at the foot of the mountains.
Black Forest
On clear days, the dark ridges of Germany's Schwarzwald are visible across the Rhine valley.
Choose the right side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography. Keep an eye on the horizon to the south; during high-pressure weather systems, the Swiss Alps are sometimes visible in the distance.
Book Hotels in StrasbourgDistance: 386 km (240 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 39 min
Departure: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)
Arrival: SXB (48.53829956054688, 7.628230094909668)
Route Type: Domestic
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