The left side delivers the standout moment of the flight: a clear view over Paris on departure, which is genuinely spectacular and hard to beat. The right side wins at Dublin but the Paris departure view is the more memorable of the two experiences overall.
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Flight Path
Paris to Dublin is 488 miles (786 km), a flight of about 1 hour 55 minutes.
The flight tracks northwest across the Île-de-France, crosses the Normandy coast near the Seine estuary, transits the English Channel at its widest point between Normandy and southern England, crosses over or near the southern tip of England or Wales depending on routing, then crosses the Irish Sea before descending into Dublin. The English Channel crossing and Irish Sea are the dominant mid-flight features — open water with occasional shipping visible on clear days.
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Takeoff from CDG
LEFTCDG typically departs westbound on runways 26L/26R, meaning a left-side seat faces south toward Paris. You get a clear view of the city center, the Seine river bends, and the Eiffel Tower area as the aircraft climbs and turns northwest toward the English Channel.
Landing at DUB
RIGHTDublin Airport predominantly uses runway 28 for arrivals from the east, meaning the aircraft approaches from the Irish Sea heading westward. Right-side seats face north, giving views of Dublin Bay, the Howth peninsula, and the city's coastline. Left side faces south toward the Wicklow Mountains but the right side coastline approach is more dramatic and sustained.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Charles De Gaulle (CDG) to Dublin (DUB)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Paris to Dublin. The left side delivers the standout moment of the flight: a clear view over Paris on departure, which is genuinely spectacular and hard to beat. The right side wins at Dublin but the Paris departure view is the more memorable of the two experiences overall.
What can I see during takeoff from Charles De Gaulle in Paris?
During takeoff from Charles De Gaulle (CDG), sit on the Left side for the best views. CDG typically departs westbound on runways 26L/26R, meaning a left-side seat faces south toward Paris. You get a clear view of the city center, the Seine river bends, and the Eiffel Tower area as the aircraft climbs and turns northwest toward the English Channel. Notable sights include: Paris city center and Seine river bends, Eiffel Tower district (visible as a distinctive spike), La Défense business district towers, Bois de Boulogne forest.
What can I see when landing at Dublin in Dublin?
When landing at Dublin (DUB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Dublin Airport predominantly uses runway 28 for arrivals from the east, meaning the aircraft approaches from the Irish Sea heading westward. Right-side seats face north, giving views of Dublin Bay, the Howth peninsula, and the city's coastline. Left side faces south toward the Wicklow Mountains but the right side coastline approach is more dramatic and sustained. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay and its curved shoreline, Howth Head peninsula, Dublin city center and the Liffey estuary, Bull Island nature reserve.
How long is the flight from Paris to Dublin?
The flight from Charles De Gaulle (CDG) to Dublin (DUB) takes about 1 hour 55 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 488 miles (786 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Paris to Dublin flight path pass over?
The flight tracks northwest across the Île-de-France, crosses the Normandy coast near the Seine estuary, transits the English Channel at its widest point between Normandy and southern England, crosses over or near the southern tip of England or Wales depending on routing, then crosses the Irish Sea before descending into Dublin. The English Channel crossing and Irish Sea are the dominant mid-flight features — open water with occasional shipping visible on clear days.