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STN → SXB
Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to Strasbourg Airport (Strasbourg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the iconic White Cliffs of Dover and the rolling vineyards of the Champagne region, followed by the dramatic Vosges Mountains.
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White Cliffs of Dover
The most famous landmark on the route, these chalk cliffs are a stunning sight when crossing the English Channel.
Champagne Vineyards
Geometric patterns of the world-famous vineyards stretching across the hills of the Marne department.
Vosges Mountains
The densely forested ridges of the Vosges provide a scenic backdrop as the aircraft begins its final descent.
London Horizon
On clear days, the distant skyscrapers of the City of London are visible to the southwest after departure.
The right side is best for landscape enthusiasts. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes after takeoff for the Dover coastline. During the winter months, the Vosges Mountains are often snow-capped, providing a beautiful contrast to the Rhine Valley. Evening flights on this side offer spectacular sunset views over the French countryside.
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Thames Estuary
Aerial view of the industrial and natural landscape where the River Thames meets the North Sea.
Port of Calais
A clear view of the busy ferry terminals and the French coastline as you enter continental airspace.
Strasbourg Cathedral
On a northern approach to SXB, the massive pink sandstone spire of the cathedral is clearly visible to the left.
Reims Cityscape
The historic coronation city of French kings, visible as the plane traverses the Grand Est region.
Choose the left side for better views of the North Sea coastline shortly after takeoff. If the plane approaches Strasbourg from the north (Runway 23), you will get a perfect view of the historic 'Petite France' district and the European Parliament buildings. Morning flights are ideal for the left side to avoid direct sun glare from the south.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 644 km (400 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 4 min
Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Arrival: SXB (48.53829956054688, 7.628230094909668)
Route Type: International
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