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 breathtaking early-flight views of the world's highest peaks in the Karakoram range and a superior vantage point for the dramatic Central Asian deserts and the historic European plains.
The right side is generally superior for this eastbound transatlantic route, offering a stunning sunrise over the Atlantic and the best chance to view the Paris skyline and the Eiffel Tower during the descent into CDG.
The left side provides the most consistent views of the European mainland, including the intricate Dutch coastline, the city of Amsterdam, and the Belgian landscape before entering French airspace.
The left side offers a more diverse panorama, featuring the striking contrast between the Middle Eastern deserts and the majestic, snow-capped Alps during the latter half of the journey into Europe.
The right side offers a superior view of Spain's highest mountains at takeoff and a likely glimpse of the Madrid skyline mid-flight, followed by the dramatic central Pyrenees.
The right side of the aircraft offers an exceptional vantage point for the rugged landscapes of Corsica and a spectacular crossing of the French Alps, followed by the orderly patterns of the Champagne vineyards.
Flying north from Corsica, the right side provides a magnificent panorama of the French Alps, including potential views of Mont Blanc, and the orderly vineyards of Burgundy.
The right side provides a superior perspective of the central Andes range shortly after takeoff and dramatic views of the Spanish plateau and Pyrenees upon entering Europe.
The left side provides a front-row seat to the winding Nile River, the glittering lights of Cairo, and a spectacular approach to the Western Alps and Mont Blanc.
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 provides a more diverse sequence of landscapes, featuring the transition from the Sahara Desert to the Atlas Mountains, followed by the central Spanish plains and the historic Loire Valley in France.
The right side offers a superior view of the majestic High Atlas Mountains upon departure and provides a more dramatic angle of the Pyrenees and the Loire Valley during the descent into France.