Passengers on the right side are most likely to see the iconic Paris skyline, including the Eiffel Tower and La Défense, depending on the departure climb and turn.
The left side offers superior lighting with the sun generally behind or above the aircraft on this westbound route. The highlight is the final approach into Santiago de Cuba, providing a perfect view of the historic San Pedro de la Roca Castle and the narrow entrance to the Santiago bay.
The left side offers an unparalleled sequence of views, including a traverse across the snow-capped Western Alps and a spectacular close-up of Mount Vesuvius during the final approach into Naples.
The left side is the preferred choice for this route, primarily due to the spectacular approach into Tehran which features the Alborz mountain range and the majestic, snow-capped cone of Mount Damavand.
The right side offers the most dramatic scenery, featuring the rugged coastline of Labrador and potential views of Greenland or icebergs, all while avoiding the direct southern sun glare.
The left side offers a superior view of the Aegean archipelago during descent and the chance to spot the Venetian lagoon and Swiss Alps during the cruise phase.
The left side offers a superior view of the European mainland during departure and, most importantly, the iconic peak of Mount Teide during the approach into Tenerife Norte.
The left side offers a superior view of the Mediterranean coastline, potential glimpses of Italian islands, and the dramatic descent over the vast Chott el Djerid salt flats.
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point over the volcanic Puys of Auvergne and the dramatic western coastline of Corsica, culminating in a breathtaking view of the Bonifacio cliffs on the final approach.
The right side offers the most spectacular views during the descent into Princess Juliana International Airport, including the turquoise waters of Anguilla and the northern coast of St. Martin.
The right side offers a superior panorama of the high Alps, the winding Adriatic coastline of Croatia, and a stunning descent over the Sea of Marmara and the Princes' Islands before landing on the Asian side of Istanbul.
The right side offers an unrivaled view of the Chaîne des Puys, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring a dramatic alignment of 80 dormant volcanoes, including the iconic Puy de Dôme.
The right side offers a superior sequence of landmarks, including the historic Normandy coast, the possibility of spotting Greenland's ice sheets on northerly tracks, and the iconic New England coastline.