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Which side of the plane to sit from Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (Toulouse) to Paris-Orly Airport (Paris)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides the most iconic views of the Paris skyline, including the Eiffel Tower and Versailles, during the standard approach patterns into Orly.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Airbus Assembly Lines

Immediately after takeoff, view the massive hangars where the A350 and A320 aircraft are built.

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Loire Valley Chateaus

Glimpse the historic estates and the wide riverbeds of the Loire as you transition into northern France.

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Parisian Landmarks

Depending on the landing configuration, the Eiffel Tower and Montparnasse Tower are often visible to the northwest.

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Palace of Versailles

The distinct geometric patterns of the Royal Gardens are frequently visible during the descent from the south.

Choose an 'A' seat for the iconic Paris approach. Morning flights are ideal as the sun is behind you, perfectly lighting the city landmarks. If landing to the east, you will see the western suburbs in detail.

Right Side Highlights
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Auvergne Volcanoes

Spot the distant, rounded peaks of the Puy de Dôme and the Chaîne des Puys to the east.

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Toulouse 'Pink City'

Get a final look at the red-brick architecture of Toulouse's historic center shortly after departure.

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Seine River Meanders

Follow the winding path of the Seine as it flows through the southern outskirts of the capital.

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Forest of Fontainebleau

View the vast green expanse of one of France's largest royal hunting forests just south of Paris.

An 'F' seat is better for catching the sunrise on early morning departures. It offers a superior view of the volcanic terrain of the Massif Central if the flight path stays on a more easterly corridor.

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Route Information

Distance: 572 km (355 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 57 min

Departure: TLS (43.629101, 1.36382)

Arrival: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)

Route Type: Domestic

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