About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Alicante (ALC) to Charles De Gaulle (CDG)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Alicante to Paris. While the landing approach favors the left, the takeoff from Alicante offers more dramatic and sustained scenery over the Mediterranean and coastal mountains. The right side captures the most visually distinctive portion of the flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Alicante in Alicante?
During takeoff from Alicante (ALC), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Mediterranean coastline and the Sierra de Gredos foothills as the aircraft climbs northwestward from Alicante. The left side faces inland toward less distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: Mediterranean Sea (immediate coastline), Alicante city and harbor, Sierra Mariola (inland mountain range to the northwest).
What can I see when landing at Charles De Gaulle in Paris?
When landing at Charles De Gaulle (CDG), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views of the Seine River, Paris landmarks, and the Île-de-France region during the descent into Charles de Gaulle. The approach typically brings aircraft over central Paris before turning northeast to CDG. Notable sights include: Seine River (distinctive meanders through Paris), Paris city center with major districts, Île-de-France agricultural plains, Montmorency Forest (northeast of Paris).
How long is the flight from Alicante to Paris?
The flight from Alicante (ALC) to Charles De Gaulle (CDG) takes 2h 25m.
What does the Alicante to Paris flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Mediterranean, then the Pyrenees mountains (visible as a north-south ridge on the horizon during mid-flight), and continues over the Massif Central foothills before descending into the Île-de-France basin. The Rhône Valley and its river corridor are visible during the central portion of the flight, running north-south beneath the aircraft.