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SCQ → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Santiago de Compostela Airport (Santiago) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a superior panoramic view of the rugged French coastline, the historic Normandy beaches, and the iconic Mont Saint-Michel, followed by a detailed look at the Thames Estuary.
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Picos de Europa
Distant views of the snow-capped Cantabrian Mountains in Northern Spain shortly after takeoff.
Mont Saint-Michel
The famous medieval abbey on its tidal island is a frequent highlight when crossing the Normandy coast.
Normandy Beaches
A historical perspective of the D-Day landing sites including Omaha and Gold beaches.
Thames Estuary
Intricate views of the river mouth, the Dartford Crossing, and the Kent coastline during descent.
Essex Countryside
The patchwork of green fields and quaint villages of Essex as the plane aligns with the STN runway.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. To see Mont Saint-Michel, ensure you are looking out approximately 60-70 minutes into the flight. This side also offers the most consistent views of the French Atlantic ports like La Rochelle and Nantes.
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Galician Rías
Shortly after departure, enjoy the deep blue inlets and rugged cliffs of the Galician coastline.
Bay of Biscay
A vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean where you can often spot large cargo ships and deep-sea tankers.
Isle of Wight
Clear views of the diamond-shaped island and the Solent as the flight enters UK airspace.
London Skyline
On the final approach to Stansted, the Shard and Canary Wharf are often visible in the distance.
Choose the left side for sunset views on evening flights. It is also the better side for spotting the London city center during the descent if the aircraft follows a southerly arrival pattern. Keep an eye out for the Needles when crossing the English Channel.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 1,191 km (740 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: SCQ (42.89630126953125, -8.415140151977539)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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