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 is generally superior as it offers a higher probability of viewing the Paris city skyline, including the Eiffel Tower and Montmartre, during the standard approach procedures into CDG from the north or west.
The left side is superior primarily for the approach into Paris, which often provides a panoramic view of the city skyline including the Eiffel Tower, as well as better views of the Swabian Jura and the famous Champagne vineyards.
The right side of the aircraft typically offers a superior view of the London metropolitan area during the transit south and provides the best angle for spotting the Eiffel Tower and the Paris skyline on the final approach into Charles de Gaulle.
The left side provides the most scenic experience, featuring a direct view of Krakow's historic center upon departure and the Frankfurt skyline mid-flight, followed by the French Champagne region.
The left side is superior for this transatlantic route because it offers the best potential for viewing the Aurora Borealis during the night and provides iconic views of the Normandy coastline during the descent into France.
The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular combination of the Channel Islands' southern coastline, potential views of the iconic Mont Saint-Michel bay, and a higher probability of spotting the Paris city skyline, including the Eiffel Tower, during the descent into CDG.
The Left Side is generally preferred for the scenic approach into Paris, offering potential views of the Brittany coastline, the Seine River, and the city's iconic landmarks during specific landing patterns.
The left side offers superior views of the Swabian Jura, the Rhine River crossing, and the scenic rolling hills of the Champagne wine region during the descent into Paris.
While both sides offer great views, the Right Side is preferred for the dramatic views of the English countryside and the high probability of seeing the Paris skyline and the Eiffel Tower during the final approach into CDG.
The Right Side offers superior views of the Lesser Antilles shortly after takeoff and typically provides a more dramatic angle of the Paris skyline and the Eiffel Tower during the final approach into CDG depending on wind patterns.
The left side offers a stunning perspective of the Jura Mountains and, on clear days, the distant snow-capped Swiss Alps, providing more dramatic topographical contrast than the northern route.
The left side offers a superior view of the historic Champagne vineyards and the winding Marne river, with a potential distant view of the Paris skyline and Disneyland during the approach.