While takeoff favors left seats for Alpine views, the landing approach over the Thames Estuary and North Sea coast is more visually distinctive and memorable. Right-seat passengers get the better overall experience for this route.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the Alps via the Gotthard region (visible from both sides around 45 minutes into flight), then over the Jura Mountains, across the English Channel near Dover/Calais area, and into Essex. The Channel crossing itself offers views of the white cliffs of Dover (right side) and the French coast (left side) around the 90-minute mark.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Bergamo Orio Al Serio (BGY) to Stansted (STN)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bergamo to London. While takeoff favors left seats for Alpine views, the landing approach over the Thames Estuary and North Sea coast is more visually distinctive and memorable. Right-seat passengers get the better overall experience for this route.
What can I see during takeoff from Bergamo Orio Al Serio in Bergamo?
During takeoff from Bergamo Orio Al Serio (BGY), sit on the Left side for the best views. BGY typically departs runway 10L/28R. Climbing northwestbound on runway 10L gives left-seat passengers a direct view of the Alps' southern face and the Bergamo pre-Alps. Right-seat passengers see only the flat Lombardy plain. Notable sights include: Southern Alps (Orobie range), Lake Iseo to the northwest, Brescia plain stretching south, Po River valley in distant haze.
What can I see when landing at Stansted in London?
When landing at Stansted (STN), sit on the Right side for the best views. STN typically uses runways 03/21. Approaching from the south on runway 03 gives right-seat passengers views of the Essex coastline, Thames Estuary, and the approach path over the North Sea. Left-seat passengers see only inland Essex. Notable sights include: Thames Estuary and North Sea coast, Essex marshlands and creeks, Colchester area inland, approaching Stansted airfield itself.
How long is the flight from Bergamo to London?
The flight from Bergamo Orio Al Serio (BGY) to Stansted (STN) takes Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Bergamo to London flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Alps via the Gotthard region (visible from both sides around 45 minutes into flight), then over the Jura Mountains, across the English Channel near Dover/Calais area, and into Essex. The Channel crossing itself offers views of the white cliffs of Dover (right side) and the French coast (left side) around the 90-minute mark.