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STN → TUF
Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to Tours-Val-de-Loire Airport (Tours)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic crossing from the English Channel to the French Alabaster Coast and offers a more direct view of the historic city of Rouen and the lush Loire Valley during the final descent.
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Greater London Fringe
Aerial views of the sprawling North London suburbs and the M25 orbital motorway shortly after takeoff.
English Channel
A clear view of the busy shipping lanes and cargo vessels traversing the narrow strait between England and France.
Alabaster Coast
Stunning vertical white chalk cliffs near Dieppe that mark the dramatic entrance into French airspace.
Rouen Cathedral
The historic center of Normandy's capital, featuring its famous Gothic spire visible amongst the city rooftops.
Loire Valley Greens
A panoramic view of the 'Garden of France' with its patchwork of vineyards and chateaux as you approach Tours.
Sit toward the front of the cabin to avoid wing obstruction of the French coastline. On morning flights, expect direct sunlight on this side; polarizing sunglasses will help reduce glare off the water when crossing the Channel. This side is particularly scenic during the final 15 minutes of the flight.
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Essex Countryside
Rolling pastoral landscapes and traditional English villages immediately following departure from Stansted.
Thames Estuary
The wide mouth of the River Thames where industrial ports meet the North Sea.
Sussex Coastline
Distances views of the English south coast resorts before heading out over the open water.
Seine River Meanders
The deep, serpent-like loops of the River Seine as it winds through the Norman countryside toward Le Havre.
Pays de la Loire Farmland
The distinct geometric patterns of French agriculture and rural hamlets in the Sarthe region.
The right side is perfect for late afternoon or evening flights to enjoy the sunset over the western horizon. While it misses the primary coastal cliffs, it offers a broader view of the rural French interior. Look for the distinctive loops of the Seine River roughly midway through the flight.
Book Hotels in ToursDistance: 496 km (308 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Arrival: TUF (47.4322013855, 0.727605998516)
Route Type: International
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