Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Nice. The landing approach into Nice offers superior views of the Mediterranean, the Côte d'Azur coastline, and the Alpes-Maritimes—more visually distinctive than the London departure. The left side captures the entire approach sequence.

During takeoff from City (LCY), sit on the Right side for the best views. City Airport typically departs eastbound (Runway 09) over the Thames estuary. Right-side seats face north across central London and the Thames, offering views of the City, Tower Bridge, and the river's distinctive meanders before climbing over Essex. Notable sights include: River Thames (immediate foreground, snaking through London), Tower Bridge and central London skyline (left-center), Essex countryside and North Sea coast (receding to horizon).

When landing at Cote D Azur (NCE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Nice typically lands westbound (Runway 22L/22R). Left-side seats descending into Nice face south toward the Mediterranean coast, the Baie des Anges, and the Alpes-Maritimes mountains rising dramatically inland—the most visually striking approach. Notable sights include: Mediterranean Sea and Baie des Anges (immediate foreground, bright blue water), Nice coastline and Promenade des Anglais (center), Alpes-Maritimes mountain range (background, rising steeply inland).

The flight from City (LCY) to Cote D Azur (NCE) takes Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.

The flight path crosses the English Channel (visible as a distinct water body around 30 minutes into flight), then passes over northern France. The Seine valley and Paris region lie to the south of the direct track. Around the 1-hour mark, the Massif Central foothills become visible on the horizon to the southeast. The Rhône Valley becomes increasingly prominent in the final 45 minutes, with the Alps visible as a distant ridge to the east. The approach into Nice reveals the dramatic transition from the Provence plateau to the Mediterranean coast.