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TUF → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Tours-Val-de-Loire Airport (Tours) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is preferred for this route because it offers iconic views of the French Alabaster Coast and a prime perspective of the English white cliffs near Beachy Head during the Channel crossing.
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Touraine Vineyards
Aerial patterns of the famous Loire Valley wine regions stretching east towards Amboise.
Dieppe Cliffs
Dramatic white chalk cliffs of the Alabaster Coast visible just before the aircraft leaves the French mainland.
Seven Sisters & Beachy Head
The most iconic view of the flight, featuring the stark white cliffs of East Sussex and the lighthouse at Beachy Head.
High Weald AONB
Dense forest coverage and rolling hills of the ancient English woodland across Kent and Sussex.
Essex Landscapes
The patchwork of agricultural fields and historic market towns of Essex during the final descent into STN.
The right side is essential for cliff-spotting. To maximize the experience, choose a seat behind the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the view of Beachy Head. Late afternoon flights provide a beautiful golden light on the white chalk cliffs, making them appear even more brilliant.
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Tours City Center
A clear view of the confluence of the Loire and Cher rivers and the historic medieval core of Tours immediately after takeoff.
Le Mans Circuit
Look west to spot the world-famous Bugatti Circuit and the city of Le Mans as you traverse the Sarthe department.
Brighton & Hove
Vibrant views of the British South Coast, including the Brighton Palace Pier and the i360 tower as the plane makes landfall.
London Skyline
On clear days during the descent into Stansted, the distant skyscrapers of Canary Wharf and the Shard are visible to the southwest.
Sit on the left if you prefer cityscapes; it provides the best angle for spotting the London skyline during the final approach patterns into Stansted. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, reducing glare on the window for photos of the French countryside.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 496 km (308 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: TUF (47.4322013855, 0.727605998516)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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