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STN → MRS
Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to Marseille Provence Airport (Marseille)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior primarily for the high-altitude views of the French Alps during the cruise and the spectacular approach over Marseille and the Mediterranean coastline if landing from the south.
English Channel Crossing
Aerial views of the iconic White Cliffs of Dover and the busy shipping lanes of the world's busiest waterway.
Distant French Alps
On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the Western Alps are visible on the horizon to the east as you fly south through France.
Burgundy & Rhône Vineyards
The landscape transforms into a patchwork of famous vineyards and rolling hills as the flight follows the Rhône Valley.
Massif des Alpilles
Dramatic limestone ridges appearing just before descent, typical of the rugged Provence landscape.
Marseille City & Vieux-Port
If the aircraft circles for a southern approach, you get a direct view of the historic Old Port and the Notre-Dame de la Garde.
Book an early morning flight to see the sunrise reflecting off the English Channel and illuminating the distant Alps. If landing on Runway 31, the left side offers the most direct view of the city center and the Mediterranean coastline just moments before touchdown.
London Skyline
Shortly after takeoff from Stansted, views of the Shard and London's skyscrapers can be seen in the distance to the southwest.
Paris Outskirts
Frequent flight paths pass west of Paris, offering a distant glimpse of the Eiffel Tower and the sprawl of the French capital.
Massif Central
Views of the extinct volcanic peaks of the Auvergne region and the deep gorges of the Ardeche.
The Camargue
The vast wetlands of the Rhône delta, known for salt pans and unique biodiversity, are visible during the descent.
Étang de Berre
A massive saltwater lagoon right next to the airport, offering shimmering reflections during sunset landings.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Massif Central. Keep your camera ready during descent into Marseille; the contrast between the industrial Étang de Berre and the blue Mediterranean is visually striking.
Distance: 1,010 km (628 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Arrival: MRS (43.439271922, 5.22142410278)
Route Type: International
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