Both sides score equally for the full flight, but Right wins on landing quality. The approach to Findel over the Moselle valley and Ardennes plateau offers more dramatic terrain variation than the departure from London. The river valley and forested hills provide genuine scenic interest during the critical final descent phase, whereas the takeoff from City Airport, while urban, is relatively brief and flat once past the Thames.
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Flight Path
London to Luxemburg is 300 miles (482 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
English Channel crossing (minimal duration), Kent and Sussex coastline, Weald of Kent, English Channel proper, northern French coast near Boulogne, Pas-de-Calais plains, Belgian Walloon region with Meuse River valley, Ardennes plateau approaching Luxembourg
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from LCY
LEFTLeft side captures the Thames estuary and London's urban sprawl during climb-out from City Airport, offering recognizable cityscape and water features. Right side shows flat Essex countryside with minimal visual interest during departure.
Landing at LUX
RIGHTRight side offers views of Luxembourg's Ardennes plateau terrain and the Moselle River valley during approach to Findel, with rolling forested hills and river meanders. Left side shows relatively flat Belgian Walloon countryside with less dramatic topography.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from City (LCY) to Findel International Airport (LUX)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Luxemburg. Both sides score equally for the full flight, but Right wins on landing quality. The approach to Findel over the Moselle valley and Ardennes plateau offers more dramatic terrain variation than the departure from London. The river valley and forested hills provide genuine scenic interest during the critical final descent phase, whereas the takeoff from City Airport, while urban, is relatively brief and flat once past the Thames.
What can I see during takeoff from City in London?
During takeoff from City (LCY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side captures the Thames estuary and London's urban sprawl during climb-out from City Airport, offering recognizable cityscape and water features. Right side shows flat Essex countryside with minimal visual interest during departure. Notable sights include: Thames estuary, London skyline (Canary Wharf, Tower Bridge area), Greenwich Peninsula, flat Essex plains receding eastward.
What can I see when landing at Findel International Airport in Luxemburg?
When landing at Findel International Airport (LUX), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side offers views of Luxembourg's Ardennes plateau terrain and the Moselle River valley during approach to Findel, with rolling forested hills and river meanders. Left side shows relatively flat Belgian Walloon countryside with less dramatic topography. Notable sights include: Moselle River valley with visible meanders, Ardennes forest plateau, Luxembourg city perched on ridges, Findel Airport runways and surrounding terrain.
How long is the flight from London to Luxemburg?
The flight from City (LCY) to Findel International Airport (LUX) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 300 miles (482 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the London to Luxemburg flight path pass over?
English Channel crossing (minimal duration), Kent and Sussex coastline, Weald of Kent, English Channel proper, northern French coast near Boulogne, Pas-de-Calais plains, Belgian Walloon region with Meuse River valley, Ardennes plateau approaching Luxembourg