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SXF → LYS
Which side of the plane to sit from Berlin-Schönefeld Airport (Berlin) to Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (Lyon)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panorama of the distant Alpine horizon, the glistening Lake Geneva, and the dramatic Jura Mountains during the final approach.
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Berlin Farewell
Aerial view of the German capital's southern suburbs and the TV Tower if taking off toward the east.
Thuringian Forest
Dense, undulating green woodlands of central Germany stretching across the horizon.
Alpine Horizon
On clear days, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Swiss Alps are visible in the far distance.
Lake Constance
The massive expanse of the Bodensee marking the border triangle of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
The Jura Range
A close-up view of the limestone ridges and forested plateaus of the Jura Mountains near the French border.
Lake Geneva
The iconic crescent-shaped lake often sparkles to the south as the aircraft begins its descent into Lyon.
Book a window seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the ground. Choose an afternoon flight to avoid direct sunlight and glare from the south. Keep an eye out for the distinctive peak of Mont Blanc on the southern horizon just before landing.
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The prominent Monument to the Battle of the Nations and the industrial clusters around Halle.
Frankfurt Skyline
The 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers and the busy hub of Frankfurt Airport are often visible mid-flight.
Rhine Valley
The fertile plains and winding river paths that define the border region between Germany and France.
Vosges Mountains
The rounded granite peaks of the Ballon des Vosges regional park in eastern France.
Burgundy Vineyards
The meticulously patterned agricultural landscapes of one of the world's most famous wine regions.
Morning flights provide excellent lighting for the Rhine Valley and the Vosges Mountains. Look for the confluence of the Saône and Rhône rivers as you approach Lyon. In autumn, the changing colors of the Burgundy vineyards create a vibrant patchwork of gold and red below.
Book Hotels in LyonDistance: 961 km (597 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: SXF (52.380001, 13.5225)
Arrival: LYS (45.725556, 5.081111)
Route Type: International
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