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SCQ → CDG
Which side of the plane to sit from Santiago de Compostela Airport (Santiago) to Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of rugged Spanish mountain ranges, the scenic Basque coastline, and the most iconic views of the Paris city center during the standard approach into CDG.
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Picos de Europa
Stunning snow-capped limestone peaks within the Cantabrian range visible as the flight tracks east along northern Spain.
San Sebastián
The perfectly curved shell-shaped La Concha bay is often visible as the aircraft crosses the border into France.
Bordeaux Vineyards
The geometric patterns of world-famous wine estates bordering the Garonne and Dordogne rivers.
Paris Cityscape
During the standard approach from the south, the Eiffel Tower and the business district of La Défense are frequently visible.
Sit on the right for morning flights to avoid direct sun and capture the high-contrast shadows on the Cantabrian Mountains. About 15 minutes before landing, keep your camera ready for the Paris skyline; depending on the wind direction, the pilot may loop south of the city, giving the right side a front-row seat to the Eiffel Tower.
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Rías Altas
The dramatic, jagged coastline of northern Galicia with deep inlets and steep cliffs shortly after takeoff.
Île de Ré
A clear view of this popular French island near La Rochelle, known for its salt pans and white-sand beaches.
Loire River Estuary
Where the longest river in France meets the Atlantic Ocean near Saint-Nazaire and Nantes.
Normandy Farmland
As the flight turns inland, view the iconic patchwork of green fields and hedgerows typical of northern France.
Choose the left side for sunset flights to witness the sun dipping into the Atlantic. This side provides clear views of the French Atlantic islands and the mouth of the Loire. Early in the flight, keep an eye out for the lighthouse at Cabo Ortegal, one of the northernmost points of Spain.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 1,085 km (674 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: SCQ (42.89630126953125, -8.415140151977539)
Arrival: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Route Type: International
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