Loading map...

SVQ destination photo
LGW destination photo

SVQLGW

Which side of the plane to sit from Sevilla Airport (Sevilla) to London Gatwick Airport (London)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side is generally superior for this route as it provides the best views of the Spanish central mountain ranges, the potential to see Mont Saint-Michel in France, and a scenic approach over the English South Coast and Brighton.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
🏢

Madrid Skyline

View the distant skyscrapers of Spain's capital and the sprawl of the metropolitan area.

🏔️

Sierra de Guadarrama

Often snow-capped peaks providing a stunning contrast to the arid plains of Castile.

🏰

Mont Saint-Michel

If the flight path crosses Normandy, look for this iconic medieval abbey island in its tidal bay.

🏖️

Normandy Beaches

The long, historic coastline of Northern France before crossing the English Channel.

🎡

Brighton Seafront

Get a clear view of the Brighton Palace Pier and the i360 tower as the plane turns for its final descent.

🏘️

Ardingly Reservoir

A notable landmark in the Sussex High Weald just minutes before touchdown at LGW.

The right side is the prime choice for landmarks. For the best view of Mont Saint-Michel, keep your eyes peeled roughly 35-40 minutes before landing. On the final approach into LGW, the right side often catches a glimpse of the London skyline in the far distance if the aircraft is landing towards the west.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
⛰️

Sierra Morena

View the dark, rugged ridges that form the natural border between Andalusia and the Meseta Central.

💧

Tagus River Valley

Spot the longest river of the Iberian Peninsula as it flows toward the Atlantic.

🌊

Cantabrian Coast

The dramatic transition from the green mountains of Northern Spain to the deep blue of the Bay of Biscay.

🏝️

Isle of Wight

On clear days, the diamond-shaped island and the Needles rock formations are visible during descent.

🌳

The South Downs

The rolling green hills and chalk grasslands of Sussex as you approach Gatwick.

Choose the left side for sunset views on evening flights. It offers excellent perspective on the rugged coastline of Northern Spain and the initial crossing into English airspace near the Solent. Watch for the Portsmouth Spinnaker Tower on the horizon during the final approach phase.

Top Activities in London
Route Information

Distance: 1,592 km (989 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 7 min

Departure: SVQ (37.41799926757813, -5.8931097984313965)

Arrival: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)

Route Type: International

Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.