The left side wins overall because it captures the dramatic Turkish coastline and Aegean islands at departure plus the Adriatic coastline and distant Alps during cruise, offering much more visual variety than the right side's brief London glimpse near landing.
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Flight Path
Dalaman to London is 1,735 miles (2,793 km), a flight of about 4 hours 15 minutes.
Aegean Sea and Greek islands, Albanian and Montenegrin coastline along the Adriatic, and the southern edge of the Alps near northern Italy before the route crosses into France
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from DLM
LEFTDalaman's runway typically launches toward the sea, giving climbing passengers on the left a sweeping view of the turquoise Gulf of Fethiye, the rugged Taurus foothills, and the scattered Greek islands just offshore. The right side mostly shows inland scrubland with little contrast.
Landing at LGW
RIGHTGatwick's typical westbound landing on runway 26 brings aircraft in from the east over Kent and Surrey, putting the London skyline and Thames estuary on the right side during final descent. The left side shows only the flatter Sussex countryside.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dalaman (DLM) to Gatwick (LGW)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dalaman to London. The left side wins overall because it captures the dramatic Turkish coastline and Aegean islands at departure plus the Adriatic coastline and distant Alps during cruise, offering much more visual variety than the right side's brief London glimpse near landing.
What can I see during takeoff from Dalaman in Dalaman?
During takeoff from Dalaman (DLM), sit on the Left side for the best views. Dalaman's runway typically launches toward the sea, giving climbing passengers on the left a sweeping view of the turquoise Gulf of Fethiye, the rugged Taurus foothills, and the scattered Greek islands just offshore. The right side mostly shows inland scrubland with little contrast. Notable sights include: Gulf of Fethiye, Göcek Bay, Taurus Mountains, Rhodes/Symi islands in the distance.
What can I see when landing at Gatwick in London?
When landing at Gatwick (LGW), sit on the Right side for the best views. Gatwick's typical westbound landing on runway 26 brings aircraft in from the east over Kent and Surrey, putting the London skyline and Thames estuary on the right side during final descent. The left side shows only the flatter Sussex countryside. Notable sights include: London skyline (The Shard, Canary Wharf towers), Thames Estuary, North Downs ridgeline.
How long is the flight from Dalaman to London?
The flight from Dalaman (DLM) to Gatwick (LGW) takes about 4 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,735 miles (2,793 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Dalaman to London flight path pass over?
Aegean Sea and Greek islands, Albanian and Montenegrin coastline along the Adriatic, and the southern edge of the Alps near northern Italy before the route crosses into France