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STN → BIQ
Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to Biarritz-Anglet-Bayonne Airport (Biarritz-bayonne)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Atlantic coastline, the vast Landes forest, and the iconic Biarritz shoreline during the final approach over the Bay of Biscay.
The English Channel
Views of the world's busiest shipping lanes and, on clear days, the distant outline of the Isle of Wight.
Seine River Meanders
The deep, forested loops of the Seine River as it flows through Normandy toward the port of Le Havre.
Landes Forest
The massive, perfectly geometric dark green expanse of Europe's largest maritime pine forest.
The Silver Coast
The 'Côte d'Argent' features endless golden sand dunes and the famous Basin d'Arcachon further north.
Biarritz Bay
The final banking turn over the ocean provides a postcard view of the Rocher de la Vierge and the Grand Plage.
The right side is essential for the scenic 'sea approach' into Biarritz. Look for the Dune du Pilat—the tallest sand dune in Europe—roughly 20 minutes before landing. Late afternoon flights are particularly beautiful on this side as the sun sets over the Atlantic, illuminating the waves and the Basque coastline in golden hues.
London & Thames Estuary
Aerial views of the sprawling East London suburbs and the industrial heritage of the Thames river mouth.
Alabaster Coast
The striking white chalk cliffs of Upper Normandy, particularly around Dieppe, as the plane enters French airspace.
The Loire Valley
The 'Garden of France' featuring the winding Loire River and glimpses of historic chateaus and vineyards.
Pyrenees Panorama
As you descend into the Basque Country, the jagged, often snow-capped peaks of the Pyrenees dominate the southern horizon.
Sit on the left for the best mountain views. On clear days, the Pyrenees become visible long before landing. For morning flights, this side will have direct sunlight, so keep your window shade ready. During departure from Stansted, if the plane takes off towards the south, you might catch a glimpse of the Olympic Park and Canary Wharf.
Distance: 945 km (587 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Arrival: BIQ (43.4683333, -1.5311111000000002)
Route Type: International
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