About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dublin (DUB) to Saint Exupery (LYS)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dublin to Lyon. While takeoff offers brief coastal interest on the right, the landing approach on the left provides sustained, dramatic views of the Rhône Valley, river confluence, and Alpine foothills. The left side captures the most geographically significant scenery for this route.
What can I see during takeoff from Dublin in Dublin?
During takeoff from Dublin (DUB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Irish coastline and Dublin Bay as you climb out over the Irish Sea. The aircraft typically departs eastbound, so the right wing offers immediate views of the coast and water before turning southeast toward France. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay, Howth Peninsula, Irish Sea, Wicklow Mountains (distant inland).
What can I see when landing at Saint Exupery in Lyon?
When landing at Saint Exupery (LYS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Lyon. The aircraft approaches from the northwest, and left-side seats face the Rhône Valley and the Alps. You'll see the convergence of the Rhône and Saône rivers, the city of Lyon itself, and Alpine peaks to the east. Notable sights include: Rhône Valley, Saône River, Lyon city center, Alps (eastern horizon).
How long is the flight from Dublin to Lyon?
The flight from Dublin (DUB) to Saint Exupery (LYS) takes Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Dublin to Lyon flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the English Channel (visible as a narrow water body during climb), then passes over northern France. Notable midpoint features include the Seine Valley near Paris (if visible to the south depending on routing), the Loire Valley region, and the transition from flat French plains to the rising terrain of the Massif Central and pre-Alpine foothills as you approach Lyon from the northwest.