At City in London: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: River Thames with its distinctive loops and bends, Canary Wharf and surrounding Docklands towers, Tower Bridge area, Greenwich Peninsula, O2 Arena.

When taking off from City (LCY), sit on the Left side for the best views. London City Airport's primary runway (09/27) typically uses eastbound departures (heading 090°), which means you'll climb out over the Thames estuary and North Sea. The left side offers views of central London, the Thames meanders, and the City's skyline receding behind you. The right side faces inland toward Essex flatlands with minimal visual interest. Notable sights include: River Thames with its distinctive loops and bends, Canary Wharf and surrounding Docklands towers, Tower Bridge area, Greenwich Peninsula, O2 Arena.

When landing at City (LCY), sit on the Left side for the best views. City Airport's primary runway (09/27) typically uses runway 09 for landings from the west. On approach from that heading, the left side offers views of the Thames, Canary Wharf, and central London's skyline. The right side faces the less developed areas of East London and the Thames Barrier. Notable sights include: River Thames (immediate foreground), Canary Wharf towers (middle distance, south), Tower Bridge (distant, west), Isle of Dogs peninsula.

The best window seat at City (LCY) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around London (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.