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TLS → LIL
Which side of the plane to sit from Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (Toulouse) to Lille-Lesquin Airport (Lille)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the historic Loire Valley châteaux and a more favorable angle for spotting the Paris skyline and the Eiffel Tower during the northern transit.
Toulouse-Blagnac Departure
Aerial view of the Airbus assembly plants and the Garonne river winding through the Pink City.
Loire Valley Châteaux
Glance down at the dense concentration of Renaissance castles and the wide, sandy banks of the Loire river.
Paris Skyline
On clear days, the Eiffel Tower and La Défense business district are visible to the east as you pass the capital.
Picardy Plains
The vast, geometric agricultural patterns of northern France, often punctuated by historic WWI memorials.
Lille Métropole
A view of the red-brick architecture and the modern Euralille district during the final approach.
For the best experience, choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. On late afternoon flights, the left side provides stunning sunset views over the western horizon as you head north. Keep your camera ready about 35-40 minutes into the flight for the Loire River crossing.
Massif Central
The rugged, volcanic terrain of central France, including the distinct silhouette of the Puy de Dôme.
Sologne Forests
A vast expanse of dark green woodlands and hidden lakes located south of the Loire.
Champagne Borders
The rolling hills of the southern Champagne-Ardenne region come into view as you approach the north.
A22 Corridor
The dense transport infrastructure connecting the industrial north to the rest of Europe.
The right side is ideal for morning flights, as the rising sun illuminates the volcanic peaks of the Massif Central with high contrast. It is generally quieter for photography as you are looking away from the direct sun path for most of the journey. Look out for the distinctive conical shapes of dormant volcanoes early in the cruise phase.
Distance: 782 km (486 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 18 min
Departure: TLS (43.629101, 1.36382)
Arrival: LIL (50.563332, 3.086886)
Route Type: Domestic
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