This transatlantic flight offers distinct scenic value on each side depending on phase. Right seats dominate the Paris departure with river and city views; left seats win the Philadelphia arrival with Delaware River and coastal estuary views. Neither side has significant advantage during the mid-Atlantic crossing.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the English Channel (visible on departure), passes over southern England and Wales, then over the Atlantic Ocean with no major landmarks visible for roughly 5 hours. The approach to North America brings views of the Canadian Maritimes or northeastern US coastline depending on exact routing, followed by the Appalachian foothills and Atlantic coastal plain before Philadelphia descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Le Bourget (LBG) to Philadelphia International (PHL)?
Sit on the Right for takeoff, Left for landing side of the plane for the best views on flights from Paris to Philadelphia. This transatlantic flight offers distinct scenic value on each side depending on phase. Right seats dominate the Paris departure with river and city views; left seats win the Philadelphia arrival with Delaware River and coastal estuary views. Neither side has significant advantage during the mid-Atlantic crossing.
What can I see during takeoff from Le Bourget in Paris?
During takeoff from Le Bourget (LBG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Seine River winding through Paris and the city's urban sprawl extending northeast. The aircraft departs Le Bourget heading generally northwest, so right-side passengers see the river valley and metropolitan development receding beneath the climb. Notable sights include: Seine River, Paris metropolitan area, Montmartre district, northern Paris suburbs.
What can I see when landing at Philadelphia International in Philadelphia?
When landing at Philadelphia International (PHL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views of the Delaware River, the New Jersey shoreline, and the approach corridor over the Atlantic coastal plain. As the aircraft descends toward Philadelphia International from the east, left-side passengers see the river estuary, industrial waterfront, and the transition from water to urban landscape. Notable sights include: Delaware River, New Jersey coastline, Atlantic coastal plain, Philadelphia waterfront.
How long is the flight from Paris to Philadelphia?
The flight from Le Bourget (LBG) to Philadelphia International (PHL) takes Approximately 7.5 to 8 hours.
What does the Paris to Philadelphia flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the English Channel (visible on departure), passes over southern England and Wales, then over the Atlantic Ocean with no major landmarks visible for roughly 5 hours. The approach to North America brings views of the Canadian Maritimes or northeastern US coastline depending on exact routing, followed by the Appalachian foothills and Atlantic coastal plain before Philadelphia descent.