Vagar to London flight pathFAELCY

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Flight time2h 15m
Distance779
Heading156° → 162°
Best side
RightMostly right

While the Faroe Islands departure on the left is visually striking, the right side of this southeastbound flight offers more sustained scenic value. You'll see the Scottish Highlands and Lake District during cruise, then the Thames estuary and London's geography on approach—more varied and geographically significant than the open Atlantic on the left.

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Flight Path

Flight path overview

Vagar to London is 779 miles (1,254 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.

Scottish Highlands and Ben Nevis region, Lake District peaks, Irish Sea, North Wales mountains, Midlands urban areas, and the gradual transition from upland terrain to the flat southeast English lowlands and Thames estuary

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Phase by phase

Takeoff from FAE

LEFT

Left side captures the dramatic terrain of Vágar and the surrounding Faroese archipelago as you climb out. You'll see the steep sea cliffs and fjords that define these islands, with the Atlantic stretching beyond.

Vágar's western cliffsMykines Island to the northwestthe Faroe Islands ridge systemAtlantic Ocean
FAE VagarHub for Atlantic Airways

Landing at LCY

RIGHT

Right side gives you the best approach view of the Thames estuary, London's urban sprawl, and the distinctive geography of southeast England. As you descend toward City Airport on the Isle of Dogs, the right side reveals the river's meanders and the city's layout.

Thames estuary and meandersGreater London urban areaNorth Sea coast to the eastEssex marshlands
LCY CityHub for British Airways CityFlyer

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Vagar (FAE) to City (LCY)?

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Vagar to London. While the Faroe Islands departure on the left is visually striking, the right side of this southeastbound flight offers more sustained scenic value. You'll see the Scottish Highlands and Lake District during cruise, then the Thames estuary and London's geography on approach—more varied and geographically significant than the open Atlantic on the left.

What can I see during takeoff from Vagar in Vagar?

During takeoff from Vagar (FAE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side captures the dramatic terrain of Vágar and the surrounding Faroese archipelago as you climb out. You'll see the steep sea cliffs and fjords that define these islands, with the Atlantic stretching beyond. Notable sights include: Vágar's western cliffs, Mykines Island to the northwest, the Faroe Islands ridge system, Atlantic Ocean.

What can I see when landing at City in London?

When landing at City (LCY), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side gives you the best approach view of the Thames estuary, London's urban sprawl, and the distinctive geography of southeast England. As you descend toward City Airport on the Isle of Dogs, the right side reveals the river's meanders and the city's layout. Notable sights include: Thames estuary and meanders, Greater London urban area, North Sea coast to the east, Essex marshlands.

How long is the flight from Vagar to London?

The flight from Vagar (FAE) to City (LCY) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 779 miles (1,254 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

What does the Vagar to London flight path pass over?

Scottish Highlands and Ben Nevis region, Lake District peaks, Irish Sea, North Wales mountains, Midlands urban areas, and the gradual transition from upland terrain to the flat southeast English lowlands and Thames estuary