While takeoff offers regional interest, the landing approach into London provides far more dramatic and recognizable scenery—the Thames, London's urban landscape, and the estuary are visually distinctive and iconic. Left-side seats capture this approach corridor effectively.
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Flight Path
Florence to London is 4,002 miles (6,440 km), a flight of about 8 hours 15 minutes.
The flight crosses the Atlantic at high altitude (typically 31,000-35,000 feet), where no surface features are visible. The route passes over the North Atlantic with no islands or landmarks in the typical mid-ocean corridor. Upon approaching European airspace, passengers may see the Irish coast (if routed via Ireland) or the Welsh/English coast. The descent into London provides views of the English Channel, southern England's rolling terrain, and the Thames estuary.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from FLO
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Pee Dee River valley and the coastal plain stretching eastward toward the Atlantic. Florence Regional departs generally eastward, so right-side passengers see the terrain the aircraft is climbing over.
Landing at LCY
LEFTLeft-side seats provide views of the Thames estuary, Greater London's urban sprawl, and the approach corridor over southeast England. City Airport (LCY) is located on the Isle of Dogs in East London, and aircraft typically approach from the east or northeast, making the left side ideal for seeing the river and city landmarks.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Florence Rgnl (FLO) to City (LCY)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Florence to London. While takeoff offers regional interest, the landing approach into London provides far more dramatic and recognizable scenery—the Thames, London's urban landscape, and the estuary are visually distinctive and iconic. Left-side seats capture this approach corridor effectively.
What can I see during takeoff from Florence Rgnl in Florence?
During takeoff from Florence Rgnl (FLO), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Pee Dee River valley and the coastal plain stretching eastward toward the Atlantic. Florence Regional departs generally eastward, so right-side passengers see the terrain the aircraft is climbing over. Notable sights include: Pee Dee River, Atlantic coastal plain, Waccamaw Lake region, pine forest canopy.
What can I see when landing at City in London?
When landing at City (LCY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of the Thames estuary, Greater London's urban sprawl, and the approach corridor over southeast England. City Airport (LCY) is located on the Isle of Dogs in East London, and aircraft typically approach from the east or northeast, making the left side ideal for seeing the river and city landmarks. Notable sights include: River Thames, Isle of Dogs, Greater London urban area, North Sea coast and Essex marshlands.
How long is the flight from Florence to London?
The flight from Florence Rgnl (FLO) to City (LCY) takes about 8 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,002 miles (6,440 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Florence to London flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the Atlantic at high altitude (typically 31,000-35,000 feet), where no surface features are visible. The route passes over the North Atlantic with no islands or landmarks in the typical mid-ocean corridor. Upon approaching European airspace, passengers may see the Irish coast (if routed via Ireland) or the Welsh/English coast. The descent into London provides views of the English Channel, southern England's rolling terrain, and the Thames estuary.