The right side captures the London skyline on departure and then tracks the eastern Scottish coastline and Firth of Forth during the cruise, offering more sustained visual interest across the full flight than the left side's inland views.
Flight Path
The flight tracks northward over the East Midlands, crossing the Humber Estuary near Hull, then over the North York Moors and into Northumberland. The Firth of Forth is visible around Edinburgh, followed by the Fife coast and Angus farmland before descending into Aberdeen. The right side gets glimpses of the North Sea coastline through much of the Scottish leg.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Gatwick (LGW) to Dyce (ABZ)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Aberdeen. The right side captures the London skyline on departure and then tracks the eastern Scottish coastline and Firth of Forth during the cruise, offering more sustained visual interest across the full flight than the left side's inland views.
What can I see during takeoff from Gatwick in London?
During takeoff from Gatwick (LGW), sit on the Right side for the best views. Gatwick's runway 26L departure heads northwest, putting the right side facing north toward central London and the Thames. You get a clear view of the city skyline and the Thames snaking eastward before the aircraft turns north toward Scotland. Notable sights include: Central London skyline to the north, River Thames curving east toward Canary Wharf, the North Downs ridge below, Crawley town grid directly beneath.
What can I see when landing at Dyce in Aberdeen?
When landing at Dyce (ABZ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Aberdeen Airport runway 16 arrival comes in from the north heading south, placing the left side facing east over the North Sea coast and the city of Aberdeen itself. You see the granite city, the harbour, and the coastline clearly on approach. Notable sights include: Aberdeen city centre and harbour, North Sea coastline, River Don estuary, Aberdeen Beach seafront.
How long is the flight from London to Aberdeen?
The flight from Gatwick (LGW) to Dyce (ABZ) takes Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
What does the London to Aberdeen flight path pass over?
The flight tracks northward over the East Midlands, crossing the Humber Estuary near Hull, then over the North York Moors and into Northumberland. The Firth of Forth is visible around Edinburgh, followed by the Fife coast and Angus farmland before descending into Aberdeen. The right side gets glimpses of the North Sea coastline through much of the Scottish leg.