LGW (London) window seat guide

At Gatwick in London: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: South Downs ridge, Ashdown Forest woodland, English Channel coastline near Brighton/Worthing, patchwork Sussex farmland.

When taking off from Gatwick (LGW), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing on runway 26 heads the aircraft west, and most southbound climb-out routes bank left, giving a good view over the South Downs and the Sussex countryside toward the English Channel coast. Right-side seats mostly just see suburban Crawley and Surrey rooftops with less distinct scenery. Notable sights include: South Downs ridge, Ashdown Forest woodland, English Channel coastline near Brighton/Worthing, patchwork Sussex farmland.

When landing at Gatwick (LGW), sit on the Right side for the best views. Landing on 26L, aircraft approach from the east and descend westward over the Surrey/Sussex countryside. The right side (north-facing) gives views toward Redhill, Reigate, and the North Downs ridgeline, and on a clear day you can sometimes spot the London skyline in the far distance to the north before touchdown. Notable sights include: Redhill and Reigate town areas, North Downs ridgeline, M25/M23 motorway junctions, distant London skyline on clear days.

The best window seat at Gatwick (LGW) 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.