At Charles De Gaulle in Paris: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Seine River (meandering south and west of the airport), Montmorency Forest (north), Roissy-en-France town (immediate vicinity), Paris urban sprawl (southwest, visible as a distant haze).

When taking off from Charles De Gaulle (CDG), sit on the Left side for the best views. CDG's primary runways (26L, 26R, 27L, 27R) all depart eastward or northeast. From the left side, you'll see the Seine River winding through the Paris basin and the Montmorency Forest to the north—both prominent geographic features visible during the initial climb. The right side offers less distinctive terrain during this critical departure phase. Notable sights include: Seine River (meandering south and west of the airport), Montmorency Forest (north), Roissy-en-France town (immediate vicinity), Paris urban sprawl (southwest, visible as a distant haze).

When landing at Charles De Gaulle (CDG), sit on the Left side for the best views. CDG's primary landing runways (26L, 26R, 27L, 27R) all approach from the northeast, meaning final descent comes from that direction. The left side offers views of central Paris, the Seine's meanders, and the Île-de-France landscape. The right side faces the industrial suburbs and airport infrastructure, which is less visually interesting during landing. Notable sights include: Eiffel Tower (distant, southwest on horizon), Seine River with visible loops near Marne confluence, Sacré-Cœur basilica dome (northeast Paris), Bois de Vincennes (large forested area southeast of city center).

The best window seat at Charles De Gaulle (CDG) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Paris (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.