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SDR → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Santander Airport (Santander) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route as it offers the best views of the Spanish coastline upon departure, the dramatic Alabaster Coast of France, and the potential for a distant view of the London skyline during the approach to Stansted.
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Santander Bay & Cabo Mayor
Stunning aerial view of the Santander peninsula, the city beaches, and the iconic lighthouse perched on the cliffs.
Normandy Alabaster Coast
Dramatic white chalk cliffs extending from Étretat to Dieppe as the flight crosses the French coastline.
English Channel Shipping Lanes
A high-altitude perspective of the world's busiest maritime route, filled with cargo ships and ferries.
London City Skyline
On clear days during the descent, the Shard, the City, and Canary Wharf are visible to the west.
Essex Marshes
The unique, intricate water patterns of the Thames Estuary and the Essex coastline during the final approach.
To avoid sun glare, choose the left side for afternoon flights as the sun will be on the right. During the descent into STN, if the plane circles, you may get a much closer view of the Thames. Keep your camera ready as soon as you cross the French coast for the cliff formations.
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Cantabrian Mountains
A look back at the rugged Picos de Europa range and the green valleys of northern Spain shortly after takeoff.
Seine River Meanders
The deep, winding loops of the River Seine as it snakes through the Normandy countryside near Rouen.
Canterbury & Kent
Views of the 'Garden of England,' featuring historic towns, hop gardens, and the rolling North Downs.
The Weald
Lush forested areas and traditional English estates visible as the plane enters UK airspace from the south.
The right side is excellent for morning flights to catch the sunrise over the Bay of Biscay. Look for the distinct loops of the Seine River in France, which are often more visible from this side if the flight path stays slightly inland.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 988 km (614 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: SDR (43.427101135253906, -3.82000994682312)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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