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Which side of the plane to sit from Zürich Airport (Zurich) to Jersey Airport (Jersey)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior view of the Jura Mountains shortly after takeoff and provides the best chance to spot the iconic Mont Saint-Michel during the descent over the French coast.

Left Side Highlights
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Jura Mountains

Dramatic limestone ridges and lush green valleys visible shortly after departing Zurich as the plane heads west.

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Loire Valley Edge

The southern periphery of the flight path often passes near the northern chateaus and winding rivers of central France.

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Mont Saint-Michel

On a clear day during descent, look for the tidal island and abbey rising out of the bay on the Normandy-Brittany border.

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St Aubin's Bay

As the plane approaches Jersey Airport, you get a panoramic view of the island's southern golden beaches and the capital, St Helier.

Book a window seat on the left (Port side) for afternoon flights to avoid direct glare while viewing the French coastline. Keep your camera ready about 15-20 minutes before landing to catch the Normandy coast and potentially Mont Saint-Michel if the pilot takes a southerly arrival route.

Right Side Highlights
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Paris Skyline

Depending on the exact airway, the Eiffel Tower and the sprawl of Paris may be visible in the distance to the north.

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Normandy Coastline

Views of the historic D-Day landing beaches and the white cliffs near Étretat as you approach the English Channel.

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The Northern Channel Islands

Excellent views of Alderney, Sark, and Herm as the aircraft begins its final descent into Jersey.

The right side is ideal for morning flights as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the French northern coast. It is also the better side for viewing the other Channel Islands scattered across the sea just before landing.

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Route Information

Distance: 817 km (508 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min

Departure: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)

Arrival: JER (49.20790100097656, -2.1955099105834956)

Route Type: International

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