To CDG?
Tip: Sit on the left side for landing.
On approach from the east, the left side offers views of the historic French countryside transitioning into the dense northern suburbs of Paris.
On approach from the east, the left side offers views of the historic French countryside transitioning into the dense northern suburbs of Paris.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the snow-capped High Atlas mountains immediately after takeoff and a more consistent view of the rugged Spanish and French interiors, including the Sierra Nevada and the approach to Paris.
The right side offers a superior mix of coastal geography and urban landmarks, featuring the Baltic coastline, the North Sea, and the intricate canal systems of the Netherlands.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Bosphorus strait upon departure and the northern slopes of the Alps during cruise.
The left side provides a superior view of Constantine's iconic bridges upon departure and the dramatic volcanic terrain of the French Massif Central during the descent into Paris.
The left side is superior for this transatlantic route because it offers the best chance to view the Northern Lights over the Atlantic and provides views of the Greenland ice sheets on northern flight tracks.
The right side is generally superior for this westbound route as it offers distant but majestic views of the Himalayan and Hindu Kush ranges to the north, while minimizing the direct glare of the southern sun for much of the journey.
The Left Side is preferred for transatlantic flights from the US to Europe, as it faces North during the Great Circle route, providing the best opportunity to see the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) over the Atlantic and stunning views of the Great Lakes early in the flight.
The right side offers a superior sequence of landmarks, beginning with an iconic view of Mount Teide upon departure, followed by the crossing of the Pyrenees and a high probability of viewing central Paris during the descent into CDG.
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the Canadian wilderness, potential sightings of Greenland's icy coastline, and a more comfortable viewing angle away from the direct morning sun during the arrival into Europe.
The right side offers a superior view of the deep Sahara interior, the dramatic Saharan Atlas mountain range, and a spectacular approach into Paris that often showcases the city's landmarks and the Massif Central volcanoes.
The right side offers a spectacular view of the Dubai skyline immediately after takeoff, followed by the vast turquoise Persian Gulf and the dramatic northern slopes of the Alps.
The left side is superior for this route as it offers the most dramatic views of the high Alpine peaks, including potential sightings of Mont Blanc and the Swiss Alps, along with the beautiful descent over the French countryside.