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SNN → BVA
Which side of the plane to sit from Shannon Airport (Shannon) to Paris Beauvais Tillé Airport (Beauvais)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the English Channel crossing, the rugged coastline of Cornwall, and the iconic white cliffs of Normandy.
Cornish Coast
Distant views of the tip of Cornwall and potentially the Isles of Scilly.
English Channel
One of the world's busiest shipping lanes, often filled with ferries and cargo ships.
Normandy Cliffs
The dramatic white chalk cliffs along the Alabaster Coast near Le Havre.
Seine Estuary
Where the Seine River meets the sea, marking the entrance to inland France.
Beauvais Cathedral
The towering Gothic structure visible during the final descent into BVA.
Choose the right side for sunset flights to witness the sun dipping over the Atlantic. This side provides the best views of the English Channel crossing. Keep your eyes peeled for the distinct white cliffs of the French coast as you cross the water.
Shannon Estuary
Aerial view of Ireland's longest river system emptying into the Atlantic.
Cork Coastline
Glimpses of the rugged southern Irish coast and the outskirts of Cork Harbor.
Celtic Sea
The deep blue transition zone between the Irish Sea and the Atlantic Ocean.
Dieppe Coastline
The first sightings of the French mainland near the port city of Dieppe.
Picardy Plains
Rolling farmland and historic rural landscapes of Northern France.
Sit on the left for softer light during morning departures, which highlights the lush green landscape of rural Ireland. This side is better for seeing the sprawling Shannon estuary immediately after takeoff if the wind is from the west.
Distance: 850 km (528 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: SNN (52.702, -8.92482)
Arrival: BVA (49.45439910888672, 2.1127800941467285)
Route Type: International
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