Right-side seats provide superior views on both legs: Paris and the Seine during departure, and the Mediterranean coast with Sierra de Aitana during arrival. The flight path generally tracks southeast, favoring the right side for continuous scenic interest.
Flight Path
Loire Valley agricultural plains, Massif Central foothills (distant, to the east), Rhône Valley corridor, Provence region with lavender fields and Mont Ventoux, Pyrenees foothills (far western horizon), transition from temperate to Mediterranean climate zones visible in vegetation changes
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from CDG
RIGHTRight-side seats capture the Seine River winding through Paris and the Île-de-France region during initial climb. The city's urban sprawl and surrounding agricultural plains extend clearly to the southeast, with good visibility of the departure corridor toward the Mediterranean.
Landing at ALC
RIGHTRight-side seats offer excellent views of the Mediterranean coast, the Sierra de Aitana mountain range, and Alicante's coastal city layout during descent. The approach typically brings the aircraft in from the north, making the right side ideal for seeing the transition from inland terrain to the sea.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Charles De Gaulle (CDG) to Alicante (ALC)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Paris to Alicante. Right-side seats provide superior views on both legs: Paris and the Seine during departure, and the Mediterranean coast with Sierra de Aitana during arrival. The flight path generally tracks southeast, favoring the right side for continuous scenic interest.
What can I see during takeoff from Charles De Gaulle in Paris?
During takeoff from Charles De Gaulle (CDG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Seine River winding through Paris and the Île-de-France region during initial climb. The city's urban sprawl and surrounding agricultural plains extend clearly to the southeast, with good visibility of the departure corridor toward the Mediterranean. Notable sights include: Seine River and Paris metropolitan area, Fontainebleau Forest (southeast of CDG), Loire Valley plains extending southward.
What can I see when landing at Alicante in Alicante?
When landing at Alicante (ALC), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer excellent views of the Mediterranean coast, the Sierra de Aitana mountain range, and Alicante's coastal city layout during descent. The approach typically brings the aircraft in from the north, making the right side ideal for seeing the transition from inland terrain to the sea. Notable sights include: Mediterranean Sea and Alicante Bay, Sierra de Aitana (inland mountain range), Alicante city and harbor, Tabernas Desert region (inland, visible on clear days).
How long is the flight from Paris to Alicante?
The flight from Charles De Gaulle (CDG) to Alicante (ALC) takes 2h 15m.
What does the Paris to Alicante flight path pass over?
Loire Valley agricultural plains, Massif Central foothills (distant, to the east), Rhône Valley corridor, Provence region with lavender fields and Mont Ventoux, Pyrenees foothills (far western horizon), transition from temperate to Mediterranean climate zones visible in vegetation changes