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PRG → LYS
Which side of the plane to sit from Václav Havel Airport Prague (Prague) to Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (Lyon)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panorama of the Alps, including distant views of the Swiss peaks and a high probability of seeing Mont Blanc during the descent into Lyon.
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Prague Cityscape
Aerial views of the Vltava River and the historic red-roofed districts of the Czech capital shortly after takeoff.
Lake Constance
The vast expanse of the Bodensee where Germany, Switzerland, and Austria meet, often shimmering under the sunlight.
Swiss Alps Horizon
A continuous jagged line of snow-capped peaks including the Bernese Oberland visible to the south.
Lake Geneva
The iconic crescent-shaped lake and the surrounding Swiss-French landscape as the plane maneuvers for approach.
Mont Blanc
Europe's highest peak frequently emerges on the horizon during the final 20 minutes of the flight.
Request a window seat away from the wing for unobstructed views of the Alpine chain. In the winter, the snow-covered peaks are particularly dramatic. Avoid midday flights if possible, as the southern sun can create significant glare on this side; early morning or late afternoon provides the best shadows and contrast for photography.
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Bohemian Forest
The dense greenery and rolling hills of the Šumava National Park along the Czech-German border.
The Danube
Crossing the blue ribbon of the Danube river as it flows through the Bavarian plains.
Black Forest
The dark, mysterious canopy of the Schwarzwald in Southwestern Germany stretching towards the Rhine.
Jura Mountains
The distinct folded limestone ridges of the Jura range marking the entry into French airspace.
Burgundy Vineyards
The neat, geometric patterns of world-famous vineyards as the flight descends toward the Rhône-Alpes region.
The right side is ideal for travelers who prefer forest landscapes and river geography over high mountain peaks. It generally avoids the direct glare of the sun on this southwest-bound route. Watch for the sharp contrast between the rugged Jura mountains and the flat plains of the Saône river valley just before landing.
Book Hotels in LyonDistance: 838 km (521 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: PRG (50.1008, 14.26)
Arrival: LYS (45.725556, 5.081111)
Route Type: International
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