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STN → JER
Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to Jersey Airport (Jersey)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the London skyline on departure, the iconic Isle of Wight mid-flight, and a stunning aerial perspective of Alderney and Guernsey during the descent.
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London Skyline
Frequent views of the Shard, Canary Wharf, and the winding Thames shortly after takeoff from Stansted.
South Downs
Rolling green hills and chalk grasslands of the National Park visible as you cross the English coast.
Isle of Wight
A clear view of the Solent, Portsmouth's Spinnaker Tower, and the Needles' white chalk stacks.
Channel Islands Chain
Excellent perspectives of Alderney, Sark, and Guernsey as the aircraft descends toward Jersey.
St Ouen's Bay
The massive sandy arc of Jersey's western coast is often visible during the final turn for landing.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. Be ready with your camera about 20 minutes before landing, as the approach past the other Channel Islands is rapid and visually stunning.
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View the wide mouth of the River Thames where it transitions into the North Sea.
Port of Tilbury
A massive industrial hub featuring sprawling container terminals and shipping traffic.
Mont Orgueil Castle
Upon final approach to Jersey, look for this historic 13th-century fortress on the eastern coast.
St Clement's Bay
Observe the dramatic tidal changes and rocky outcrops along Jersey's southeastern shoreline.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is better if the flight path takes a more easterly route over Kent, providing views of the distant French coastline across the Strait of Dover.
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Get eSIMs for JerseyDistance: 344 km (214 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 34 min
Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Arrival: JER (49.20790100097656, -2.1955099105834956)
Route Type: International
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