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Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Le Bourget (LBG)?

Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Los Angeles to Paris. Takeoff views over the Pacific and Southern California coast are more dramatic and visually rewarding than the landing approach. The Santa Monica Mountains and Malibu coastline provide superior scenery compared to the suburban approach into Paris, though landing does offer iconic city views.

What can I see during takeoff from Los Angeles International in Los Angeles?

During takeoff from Los Angeles International (LAX), sit on the Left side for the best views. LAX typically departs westbound over the Pacific (Runways 24L/R). Left seats face north toward the Santa Monica Mountains and Malibu coastline during initial climb. Right seats look south over Long Beach and the port, which is less visually distinctive. Notable sights include: Santa Monica Mountains (northern skyline), Malibu coastline with Pacific Ocean, Santa Catalina Island (visible 20+ miles offshore to the southwest), Los Angeles Basin sprawl receding inland.

What can I see when landing at Le Bourget in Paris?

When landing at Le Bourget (LBG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Arriving at LBG typically uses Runway 26 (westerly approach). Right seats face north during descent, offering views of the Seine River, central Paris landmarks, and the Île-de-France countryside. Left seats see the southern approach path over less distinctive suburban terrain. Notable sights include: Seine River with its characteristic meanders through Paris, Sacré-Cœur basilica dome (visible on Montmartre hill), Eiffel Tower (small but identifiable in the cityscape), Notre-Dame Cathedral area on Île de la Cité.

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Paris?

The flight from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Le Bourget (LBG) takes Approximately 10.5 to 11.5 hours.

What does the Los Angeles to Paris flight path pass over?

The great circle route crosses the northern United States (Rocky Mountains visible on clear days), then the Atlantic Ocean, with Greenland's southern coast potentially visible on far-northern routing. Over the Atlantic, no major landmarks are visible except occasional icebergs near Greenland in season. Approaching Europe, the Irish coast and UK landmass appear before crossing the English Channel and entering French airspace over Normandy and Brittany.