The approach offers scenic views of the Garden of England, where the right side provides the best opportunity to spot the Central London skyline and the North Downs before touchdown.
The left side of the aircraft offers the most consistent land views, including the US Eastern Seaboard after departure and the picturesque arrival over the Irish and Welsh coastlines before entering English airspace.
The left side offers the most diverse scenery, including the rugged Pembrokeshire coast of Wales, the expansive Severn Estuary, and the potential for a distant London skyline view during the approach into Gatwick.
The Left Side is generally preferred for this eastbound transatlantic route, as it avoids the direct glare of the rising sun on overnight flights and offers superior views of the English countryside and the Bristol Channel upon arrival.
The left side provides the most iconic views of historic Flemish cities and a classic perspective of the English coastline, including the White Cliffs of Dover, during the short crossing.
The left side offers a superior view of the historic city of Lyon upon takeoff and the scenic Alabaster Coast of Normandy before crossing the English Channel, followed by great views of Brighton and the South Downs during the approach.
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the French Atlantic coastline, the islands of the Charente-Maritime, and the transition across the English Channel toward the UK.
The Right Side offers the most dramatic views of the Norwegian archipelago upon departure and superior positioning for spotting the London skyline and the South Downs during the descent into Gatwick.
The left side offers a superior vantage point for spotting the distant Tatra Mountains upon departure, crossing the English Channel with views of the French coast, and the rolling chalk hills of the South Downs during the final descent into Gatwick.
The left side provides a scenic overview of the Norwegian coastline upon departure and often offers better views of the Thames Estuary and the London skyline during the descent into Gatwick.