While the left side offers better views during takeoff from Beauvais, the right side provides superior scenery during the critical descent phase into Birmingham, including the Appalachian foothills and Red Mountain—more visually distinctive than the relatively flat French countryside.
Flight Path
Atlantic Ocean crossing (no landmarks visible), Irish coastline and Celtic Sea (if visible during daylight), Welsh mountains and Snowdonia range (far northern route), English Midlands and industrial cities, Appalachian foothills approaching Alabama
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Tille (BVA) to Birmingham International (BHM)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Beauvais to Birmingham. While the left side offers better views during takeoff from Beauvais, the right side provides superior scenery during the critical descent phase into Birmingham, including the Appalachian foothills and Red Mountain—more visually distinctive than the relatively flat French countryside.
What can I see during takeoff from Tille in Beauvais?
During takeoff from Tille (BVA), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of the Seine River valley and the rolling Île-de-France countryside as the aircraft climbs northwest from Beauvais. Right side faces inland toward relatively flat, featureless farmland. Notable sights include: Seine River winding through green valleys, Beauvais Cathedral (visible briefly below during initial climb), patchwork of French agricultural fields, distant chalk cliffs of Normandy on horizon.
What can I see when landing at Birmingham International in Birmingham?
When landing at Birmingham International (BHM), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of the Appalachian foothills and the Cahaba River valley as the aircraft descends toward Birmingham from the northeast. Left side faces the relatively flat terrain north of the city. Notable sights include: Appalachian foothills (Talladega Range) to the east and southeast, Cahaba River valley, Birmingham city skyline and urban sprawl, Red Mountain (distinctive ridge visible from approach).
How long is the flight from Beauvais to Birmingham?
The flight from Tille (BVA) to Birmingham International (BHM) takes 7h 15m.
What does the Beauvais to Birmingham flight path pass over?
Atlantic Ocean crossing (no landmarks visible), Irish coastline and Celtic Sea (if visible during daylight), Welsh mountains and Snowdonia range (far northern route), English Midlands and industrial cities, Appalachian foothills approaching Alabama