London to Reus flight pathLGWREU

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Flight time2h 15m
Distance694
Heading174° → 175°
Best side
Left
★ 3.5 left·★ 2.0 right

The left side combines a scenic Channel coastline glimpse on departure with a strong Mediterranean coastal approach into Reus, including Tarragona and the Costa Dorada, giving it more variety and drama than the right side's interior farmland views.

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Flight Path

Flight path overview

London to Reus is 694 miles (1,117 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.

Central France's agricultural plains, the edge of the Massif Central highlands, and the eastern Pyrenees foothills near the Mediterranean coast

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Phase by phase

Aerial window seat view during takeoff from London (left side) — South Downs ridgeline, Brighton coastline, English Channel, Sussex countryside patchwork

Takeoff from LGW

LEFT

Departing Gatwick to the west then turning south, the left side offers a brief view back over the Sussex Weald and the English Channel coastline near Brighton before the aircraft climbs into cruise. The right side mostly shows the flatter Surrey/Kent countryside with less contrast.

South Downs ridgelineBrighton coastlineEnglish ChannelSussex countryside patchwork
LGW GatwickHub for easyJet, British Airways, Norwegian Air Shuttle

Landing at REU

LEFT

On approach into Reus from the north, the left side faces east toward the Mediterranean Sea, giving passengers a sweeping view of the Costa Dorada coastline, Tarragona's harbor, and the golden beaches before touchdown. The right side instead faces inland toward the drier Priorat hills, which is less visually striking.

Mediterranean SeaCosta Dorada beachesTarragona port and old townEbro Delta wetlands in the distance
REU ReusHub for Ryanair

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Gatwick (LGW) to Reus (REU)?

Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Reus. The left side combines a scenic Channel coastline glimpse on departure with a strong Mediterranean coastal approach into Reus, including Tarragona and the Costa Dorada, giving it more variety and drama than the right side's interior farmland views.

What can I see during takeoff from Gatwick in London?

During takeoff from Gatwick (LGW), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing Gatwick to the west then turning south, the left side offers a brief view back over the Sussex Weald and the English Channel coastline near Brighton before the aircraft climbs into cruise. The right side mostly shows the flatter Surrey/Kent countryside with less contrast. Notable sights include: South Downs ridgeline, Brighton coastline, English Channel, Sussex countryside patchwork.

What can I see when landing at Reus in Reus?

When landing at Reus (REU), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach into Reus from the north, the left side faces east toward the Mediterranean Sea, giving passengers a sweeping view of the Costa Dorada coastline, Tarragona's harbor, and the golden beaches before touchdown. The right side instead faces inland toward the drier Priorat hills, which is less visually striking. Notable sights include: Mediterranean Sea, Costa Dorada beaches, Tarragona port and old town, Ebro Delta wetlands in the distance.

How long is the flight from London to Reus?

The flight from Gatwick (LGW) to Reus (REU) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 694 miles (1,117 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

What does the London to Reus flight path pass over?

Central France's agricultural plains, the edge of the Massif Central highlands, and the eastern Pyrenees foothills near the Mediterranean coast