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RDZ → ORY
Which side of the plane to sit from Rodez-Marcillac Airport (Rodez) to Paris-Orly Airport (Paris)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic volcanic landscape of the Massif Central and the iconic Chaîne des Puys.
Chaîne des Puys
A UNESCO World Heritage site featuring a spectacular alignment of over 80 volcanic domes and craters.
Puy de Sancy
The highest peak in the Massif Central, often snow-capped in winter and early spring.
Bourges Cathedral
Spot the massive Gothic structure of the Cathédrale Saint-Étienne rising above the surrounding town.
The Loire River
Crossing France's longest river near Orléans, look for the sandbanks and historical bridge crossings.
Paris Skyline
During the final descent into Orly, the Eiffel Tower and Montparnasse Tower are often visible on the horizon.
Sit on the right for the best view of the Auvergne volcanoes shortly after reaching cruising altitude; morning light is particularly striking here. The descent into Orly often follows a path that allows a clear view of the Seine river loops and the distant Paris skyline. Check the weather for Clermont-Ferrand, as clouds often gather around the peaks, potentially obscuring the volcanoes.
Rodez Cathedral
Aerial view of the massive red sandstone Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rodez right after takeoff.
The Lot Valley
Winding river paths and steep limestone cliffs defining the landscape of the Aveyron and Lot departments.
Parc Naturel de Millevaches
Expansive views of the granite plateaus and dense forests of the Limousin region.
Sologne Lakelands
A mosaic of thousands of small ponds and hunting estates scattered through the wooded region south of Orléans.
Versailles Area
On a western approach to Orly, glimpses of the gardens and the town of Versailles can occasionally be seen.
Choose the left side for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the French countryside. This side is also preferable if the flight path tracks further west, offering better views of the many châteaux dotted throughout the Sologne and near the Loire. Keep your camera ready during the final 10 minutes for views of the western Parisian suburbs.
Distance: 480 km (298 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 48 min
Departure: RDZ (44.407901763916016, 2.4826700687408447)
Arrival: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)
Route Type: Domestic
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