The left side offers the Rocky Mountain foothills during departure and a genuine Paris skyline view during the CDG approach, while the right side mostly shows flat plains at takeoff and featureless countryside on arrival with no comparable landmarks.
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Flight Path
Denver to Paris is 4,868 miles (7,834 km), a flight of about 9 hours 15 minutes.
Great Plains of Nebraska, Hudson Bay lowlands, southern tip of Greenland's icecap, and the North Atlantic before reaching the Irish coast
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from DEN
LEFTDepartures from DEN typically use the north-south runways with an early turn toward the northeast for the transatlantic routing. During that turn, the Front Range and the snow-capped peaks west of Denver (including the foothills near Boulder) are visible on the left side before the aircraft settles onto its cruise heading.
Landing at CDG
LEFTCDG's westerly landing configuration means aircraft approach from the east, passing just north of Paris before turning onto final. Passengers on the left side get a clear view south toward the city skyline and the Seine winding through the metropolitan area during descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Denver International (DEN) to Charles De Gaulle (CDG)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Denver to Paris. The left side offers the Rocky Mountain foothills during departure and a genuine Paris skyline view during the CDG approach, while the right side mostly shows flat plains at takeoff and featureless countryside on arrival with no comparable landmarks.
What can I see during takeoff from Denver International in Denver?
During takeoff from Denver International (DEN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departures from DEN typically use the north-south runways with an early turn toward the northeast for the transatlantic routing. During that turn, the Front Range and the snow-capped peaks west of Denver (including the foothills near Boulder) are visible on the left side before the aircraft settles onto its cruise heading. Notable sights include: Front Range foothills, Rocky Mountain peaks near Boulder, Denver's northern suburbs.
What can I see when landing at Charles De Gaulle in Paris?
When landing at Charles De Gaulle (CDG), sit on the Left side for the best views. CDG's westerly landing configuration means aircraft approach from the east, passing just north of Paris before turning onto final. Passengers on the left side get a clear view south toward the city skyline and the Seine winding through the metropolitan area during descent. Notable sights include: Seine River bends, Paris skyline with Eiffel Tower silhouette, La Défense business district, Charles de Gaulle's outer suburbs.
How long is the flight from Denver to Paris?
The flight from Denver International (DEN) to Charles De Gaulle (CDG) takes about 9 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,868 miles (7,834 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Denver to Paris flight path pass over?
Great Plains of Nebraska, Hudson Bay lowlands, southern tip of Greenland's icecap, and the North Atlantic before reaching the Irish coast