The takeoff views of the Kattegat and Danish coastline are more visually distinctive and dramatic than the landing approach. While the landing offers pleasant English countryside, the water and coastal scenery at departure provides stronger visual interest.
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Flight Path
Aarhus to London is 566 miles (911 km), a flight of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
North Sea crossing dominates the middle portion of the flight. You'll pass over open water for approximately 45 minutes. The southern North Sea shows shipping lanes and occasional oil/gas platforms visible as small specks. As you approach the English coast near Norfolk or Suffolk, you'll see the East Anglian coastline with its distinctive flat terrain, river estuaries, and coastal towns. The Wash estuary is particularly visible on clear days. After crossing the coast, the landscape transitions to the rolling countryside of East Anglia and the Midlands before descending toward the London area.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from AAR
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Kattegat strait and the Danish coastline as you climb out. The aircraft departs eastbound initially before turning southwest, so right windows capture the water and coastal settlements immediately after takeoff.
Landing at LGW
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Gatwick. As you approach from the northeast, the left side faces the Surrey Hills and the patchwork of southern England's countryside, including the distinctive green belt around London's southern edge.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Aarhus (AAR) to Gatwick (LGW)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Aarhus to London. The takeoff views of the Kattegat and Danish coastline are more visually distinctive and dramatic than the landing approach. While the landing offers pleasant English countryside, the water and coastal scenery at departure provides stronger visual interest.
What can I see during takeoff from Aarhus in Aarhus?
During takeoff from Aarhus (AAR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Kattegat strait and the Danish coastline as you climb out. The aircraft departs eastbound initially before turning southwest, so right windows capture the water and coastal settlements immediately after takeoff. Notable sights include: Kattegat strait, Danish coastline near Aarhus, Jutland peninsula, Anholt Island.
What can I see when landing at Gatwick in London?
When landing at Gatwick (LGW), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Gatwick. As you approach from the northeast, the left side faces the Surrey Hills and the patchwork of southern England's countryside, including the distinctive green belt around London's southern edge. Notable sights include: Surrey Hills, Thames valley, London's southern suburbs, Weald of Kent.
How long is the flight from Aarhus to London?
The flight from Aarhus (AAR) to Gatwick (LGW) takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 566 miles (911 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Aarhus to London flight path pass over?
North Sea crossing dominates the middle portion of the flight. You'll pass over open water for approximately 45 minutes. The southern North Sea shows shipping lanes and occasional oil/gas platforms visible as small specks. As you approach the English coast near Norfolk or Suffolk, you'll see the East Anglian coastline with its distinctive flat terrain, river estuaries, and coastal towns. The Wash estuary is particularly visible on clear days. After crossing the coast, the landscape transitions to the rolling countryside of East Anglia and the Midlands before descending toward the London area.