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Which side of the plane to sit from Stuttgart Airport (Stuttgart) to Jersey Airport (Jersey)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers the most iconic sights, including the Black Forest and the Vosges Mountains, culminating in a spectacular view of Mont-Saint-Michel during the descent into Jersey.

Left Side Highlights
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The Black Forest

Lush evergreen canopies and rolling hills of the Schwarzwald shortly after departing Stuttgart.

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Strasbourg & Rhine

Aerial view of the Rhine River and the historic European Parliament hub in Strasbourg.

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Vosges Mountains

The rounded peaks and glacial lakes of the Ballons des Vosges in Eastern France.

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Paris Peripheral

On clear days, the southern outskirts of the French capital and the Eiffel Tower are visible on the horizon.

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Mont-Saint-Michel

The breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage island abbey, often visible on the left during the final approach.

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Gulf of Saint-Malo

The dramatic tidal flats and turquoise waters of the Brittany coastline before reaching the island.

Sit behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of Mont-Saint-Michel. It usually appears 15 minutes before landing. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the French coast without glare.

Right Side Highlights
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Stuttgart Skyline

A great view of the Neckar Valley and Stuttgart city center depending on the takeoff direction.

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Palatinate Forest

Dense woodland and red sandstone formations of the Pfälzerwald to the north.

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Normandy Plains

A geometric patchwork of French agricultural fields and small rural villages.

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The Seine Loops

The massive, winding bends of the Seine River as it snakes through Normandy toward the sea.

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Cotentin Peninsula

The rugged coastline near Cherbourg and the northern French beaches.

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Jersey North Coast

Rugged cliffs and secluded bays like Plemont and Greve de Lecq as you bank for landing.

Choose this side for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun. This side is particularly good for seeing the dramatic white cliffs of the Normandy coast and the northern tip of the Cotentin Peninsula.

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Route Information

Distance: 835 km (519 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min

Departure: STR (48.6898994446, 9.22196006775)

Arrival: JER (49.20790100097656, -2.1955099105834956)

Route Type: International

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