The right side wins on both ends of the flight: a dramatic departure view of Edinburgh's castle, Arthur's Seat, and the Forth estuary, followed by a landing approach that tracks the Thames past Canary Wharf and Docklands. The left side offers only intermittent glimpses of the North Sea coastline during a short cruise.
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Flight Path
Edinburgh to London is 337 miles (543 km), a flight of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Northumberland and Yorkshire coastline along the North Sea, East Anglian farmland, and the mouth of the Thames Estuary near the end of the route
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from EDI
RIGHTDeparting EDI on runway 24 to the southwest, the initial climb and left turn put Edinburgh's Old Town, Arthur's Seat, and the Firth of Forth on the right side of the aircraft before the route turns south. This is one of the most recognizable city views in the UK from the air.
Landing at LCY
RIGHTApproaching LCY on runway 27, the aircraft flies west along the Thames Estuary and then the river itself, with the Docklands and Canary Wharf skyline on the north bank visible from the right side. This gives passengers a close, low-altitude view of London's financial district and the river bends.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Edinburgh (EDI) to City (LCY)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Edinburgh to London. The right side wins on both ends of the flight: a dramatic departure view of Edinburgh's castle, Arthur's Seat, and the Forth estuary, followed by a landing approach that tracks the Thames past Canary Wharf and Docklands. The left side offers only intermittent glimpses of the North Sea coastline during a short cruise.
What can I see during takeoff from Edinburgh in Edinburgh?
During takeoff from Edinburgh (EDI), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing EDI on runway 24 to the southwest, the initial climb and left turn put Edinburgh's Old Town, Arthur's Seat, and the Firth of Forth on the right side of the aircraft before the route turns south. This is one of the most recognizable city views in the UK from the air. Notable sights include: Edinburgh Castle and Old Town, Arthur's Seat, Firth of Forth, Forth Bridges.
What can I see when landing at City in London?
When landing at City (LCY), sit on the Right side for the best views. Approaching LCY on runway 27, the aircraft flies west along the Thames Estuary and then the river itself, with the Docklands and Canary Wharf skyline on the north bank visible from the right side. This gives passengers a close, low-altitude view of London's financial district and the river bends. Notable sights include: Thames Estuary, Canary Wharf towers, Docklands, O2 Arena.
How long is the flight from Edinburgh to London?
The flight from Edinburgh (EDI) to City (LCY) takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 337 miles (543 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Edinburgh to London flight path pass over?
Northumberland and Yorkshire coastline along the North Sea, East Anglian farmland, and the mouth of the Thames Estuary near the end of the route