The right side scores higher due to superior landing scenery—the Garonne River's dramatic meanders and Bordeaux's urban geography provide more visual interest than Dublin's departure views. While Dublin's takeoff is scenic, the cruise segment over the Irish Sea and Celtic Sea offers minimal landmarks, whereas the approach to Bordeaux showcases distinctive river and agricultural landscape features.
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Flight Path
Dublin to Bordeaux is 644 miles (1,037 km), a flight of about 2 hours.
Celtic Sea (open water, minimal landmarks), Cornish coastline (briefly visible if flying southern route), English Channel approaches, Brittany coast (rocky headlands and bays), Loire Valley region (agricultural plains and river valleys), transition to Aquitaine wine country
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from DUB
LEFTDublin Bay and the Irish coastline are visible during climb-out on the left side. The bay's distinctive shape, the Wicklow Mountains to the south, and the urban sprawl of Dublin provide immediate visual interest during departure.
Landing at BOD
RIGHTThe right side offers superior landing views of the Garonne River valley, Bordeaux's urban landscape, and the surrounding Aquitaine wine country. The river's distinctive meanders and the city's position within the landscape create compelling visual geography during descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dublin (DUB) to Merignac (BOD)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dublin to Bordeaux. The right side scores higher due to superior landing scenery—the Garonne River's dramatic meanders and Bordeaux's urban geography provide more visual interest than Dublin's departure views. While Dublin's takeoff is scenic, the cruise segment over the Irish Sea and Celtic Sea offers minimal landmarks, whereas the approach to Bordeaux showcases distinctive river and agricultural landscape features.
What can I see during takeoff from Dublin in Dublin?
During takeoff from Dublin (DUB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Dublin Bay and the Irish coastline are visible during climb-out on the left side. The bay's distinctive shape, the Wicklow Mountains to the south, and the urban sprawl of Dublin provide immediate visual interest during departure. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay, Wicklow Mountains, Irish Sea coastline, Dublin city sprawl.
What can I see when landing at Merignac in Bordeaux?
When landing at Merignac (BOD), sit on the Right side for the best views. The right side offers superior landing views of the Garonne River valley, Bordeaux's urban landscape, and the surrounding Aquitaine wine country. The river's distinctive meanders and the city's position within the landscape create compelling visual geography during descent. Notable sights include: Garonne River and its meanders, Bordeaux city center, Aquitaine agricultural plains, Landes forest to the south.
How long is the flight from Dublin to Bordeaux?
The flight from Dublin (DUB) to Merignac (BOD) takes about 2 hours. The shortest flight path between them is 644 miles (1,037 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Dublin to Bordeaux flight path pass over?
Celtic Sea (open water, minimal landmarks), Cornish coastline (briefly visible if flying southern route), English Channel approaches, Brittany coast (rocky headlands and bays), Loire Valley region (agricultural plains and river valleys), transition to Aquitaine wine country