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PIS → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Poitiers-Biard Airport (Poitiers) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a direct view of the spectacular white cliffs on both sides of the English Channel and the winding Seine.
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Loire Valley
Vast stretches of vineyards and the Garden of France scenery unfold shortly after takeoff.
Rouen Cathedral
The winding loops of the Seine River and the historic towers of Rouen are often visible below.
Alabaster Coast
Stunning white chalk cliffs near Dieppe create a dramatic line between France and the English Channel.
Seven Sisters Cliffs
England's iconic undulating white cliffs are a major highlight during the coastal crossing near Beachy Head.
Thames Estuary
A bird's-eye view of the massive DP World London Gateway and the QEII Bridge at Dartford.
For the best experience, sit on the right during a morning flight to avoid the sun's glare while capturing the white cliffs of both France and England. Look out for the white cliffs roughly 40-45 minutes into the flight. Use a polarizing filter if taking photos to cut through the haze over the Channel.
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Poitiers Cityscape
The Romanesque spires and winding streets of Poitiers are visible immediately after departure.
Bay of the Seine
Observe the industrial port of Le Havre and the wide estuary as you leave the French coast.
Isle of Wight
On clear days, the diamond-shaped island and the Needles are visible to the far west across the water.
Central London
The Shard, Canary Wharf, and the Thames are prominent during the final approach path into Stansted.
Evening flights are preferred for the left side to see the glittering lights of London. During the winter, the sunset over the western horizon provides a beautiful backdrop as you head north. Keep your camera ready as you pass the M25 motorway to capture the scale of the capital.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 589 km (366 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 59 min
Departure: PIS (46.58769989013672, 0.30666598677635193)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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