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.
While both sides offer stunning Caribbean departures, the Right Side typically provides superior views of the French mainland and a higher probability of spotting the Paris skyline during the final approach into CDG.
The right side offers a superior mix of iconic English landmarks like Durham Cathedral, the rolling Pennines, and a better chance of seeing the Paris city skyline including the Eiffel Tower on the final approach into CDG.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic volcanic landscapes of the Hoggar Mountains in the Sahara and a better angle for the French Massif Central and the sunrise on northbound overnight flights.
The right side offers superior views of the North Sea coastline, the intricate Dutch polder systems, and the world-class ports of the Benelux region, providing more geographic diversity than the inland views to the left.
The Left Side is superior primarily for the high probability of viewing the Aurora Borealis during the overnight transatlantic crossing and potential views of the Greenland ice cap.
The left side offers a superior view of the North American coastline, including the US Eastern Seaboard and the rugged shores of Newfoundland, before crossing the Atlantic to enter Europe over the UK or Brittany.
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Ahaggar volcanic massifs in the Sahara and a better perspective of the Mediterranean coastline and the French Massif Central.
The left side offers an unparalleled view of Venice's historic center upon departure, followed by a direct perspective of the highest Alpine peaks, including Mont Blanc, and a higher probability of seeing the Paris skyline during the descent into CDG.
The left side offers a stunning combination of the Atlantic coastline, the Dune du Pilat, and the most consistent views of the Paris skyline including the Eiffel Tower during the descent into CDG.
The right side offers a superior view of the diverse French interior, including the Pyrenees foothills, the famous vineyards of Bordeaux, the winding Loire River, and a higher probability of spotting the Paris skyline during the approach to CDG.
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 of the aircraft offers the most dramatic views of the high Pyrenees peaks and the unique volcanic landscapes of the Massif Central in France.