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VIE → LGW
Which side of the plane to sit from Vienna International Airport (Vienna) to London Gatwick Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the majestic Austrian Alps and the snow-capped peaks of the Northern Limestone range shortly after takeoff from Vienna.
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Northern Limestone Alps
Stunning views of the jagged Austrian peaks and the Salzkammergut lake district shortly after departure.
Lake Constance (Bodensee)
The massive lake where Austria, Germany, and Switzerland meet, visible about 45 minutes into the flight.
Black Forest
The dense, rolling evergreen canopy of southwestern Germany stretches across the horizon.
Champagne Region
The orderly, geometric patterns of world-famous French vineyards as you traverse northern France.
French Opal Coast
The dramatic coastline near Dieppe and the mouth of the Somme River before crossing the English Channel.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, providing better lighting for photography of the Alps. The mountain views are most dramatic within the first 30-40 minutes of flight. In winter, the snow-capped Swiss and Austrian peaks are exceptionally clear.
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Vienna & Danube
If departing to the west, enjoy a panoramic view of the 'Donau City' skyscrapers and the winding Danube River.
Bavarian Heartland
Glimpses of the Munich metropolitan area and the patchwork fields of southern Germany.
Rhine River Valley
The industrial and historical lifeline of Europe winding through the landscape near Frankfurt and Mainz.
White Cliffs of Dover
Iconic views of the English coastline and the busy shipping lanes of the Channel during descent.
Sussex Weald
Classic English countryside featuring ancient woodlands and rolling hills as you approach Gatwick.
Choose the right side for sunset flights to witness the light reflecting off the English Channel. On approach to Gatwick, you may occasionally catch distant views of the London skyline if the plane loops north. Keep a lookout for the white chalk cliffs as you enter British airspace.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 1,250 km (777 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Arrival: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)
Route Type: International
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