While most of this transatlantic flight is over open ocean and offers little scenery on either side, the right side edges ahead thanks to glimpses of the Atlanta skyline on departure and a genuine view of central Paris landmarks during the LBG approach.
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Flight Path
Atlanta to Paris is 4,381 miles (7,050 km), a flight of about 8 hours 45 minutes.
Open North Atlantic Ocean, with possible glimpses of the Newfoundland coastline or southern Ireland's coast depending on routing
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from ATL
RIGHTDeparting ATL on the eastbound routing, the aircraft typically climbs out and banks toward the northeast, putting downtown Atlanta's skyline and the wooded Piedmont terrain briefly on the right side before leveling onto the transatlantic track.
Landing at LBG
RIGHTArrivals into LBG usually approach from the west on runway 07, meaning the final descent path passes north of central Paris with the city skyline visible off the right side of the aircraft, including the Eiffel Tower and the Seine's bends through the city.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL) to Le Bourget (LBG)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Atlanta to Paris. While most of this transatlantic flight is over open ocean and offers little scenery on either side, the right side edges ahead thanks to glimpses of the Atlanta skyline on departure and a genuine view of central Paris landmarks during the LBG approach.
What can I see during takeoff from The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International in Atlanta?
During takeoff from The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing ATL on the eastbound routing, the aircraft typically climbs out and banks toward the northeast, putting downtown Atlanta's skyline and the wooded Piedmont terrain briefly on the right side before leveling onto the transatlantic track. Notable sights include: Downtown Atlanta skyline, Chattahoochee River, Piedmont forest terrain.
What can I see when landing at Le Bourget in Paris?
When landing at Le Bourget (LBG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Arrivals into LBG usually approach from the west on runway 07, meaning the final descent path passes north of central Paris with the city skyline visible off the right side of the aircraft, including the Eiffel Tower and the Seine's bends through the city. Notable sights include: Eiffel Tower, Seine River, La Défense skyscraper district, Sacré-Cœur on Montmartre hill.
How long is the flight from Atlanta to Paris?
The flight from The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL) to Le Bourget (LBG) takes about 8 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,381 miles (7,050 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Atlanta to Paris flight path pass over?
Open North Atlantic Ocean, with possible glimpses of the Newfoundland coastline or southern Ireland's coast depending on routing