While takeoff offers a nice glimpse of London, the right side wins overall thanks to the dramatic Mediterranean coastal approach into Marseille, including the Calanques cliffs and Frioul islands, which outshines the brief London view in both drama and duration.
Flight Path
English Channel near Normandy, the Seine estuary, and the northern edge of the Massif Central plateau are visible along the cruise track before the descent toward the Rhône valley and Mediterranean coast.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from LHR
LEFTDeparting Heathrow on the standard southbound track, the initial left turn swings the aircraft over southwest and central London, giving left-side passengers a brief but recognizable view of the Thames, Wembley Stadium, and the London skyline before climbing over the Surrey countryside.
Landing at MRS
RIGHTWith Mistral winds favoring runway 31 approaches, arriving flights typically curve in from the south over the Mediterranean, giving right-side passengers sweeping views of the Marseille coastline, the Frioul islands, and the dramatic white limestone cliffs of the Calanques just before touchdown.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Heathrow (LHR) to Provence (MRS)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Marseille. While takeoff offers a nice glimpse of London, the right side wins overall thanks to the dramatic Mediterranean coastal approach into Marseille, including the Calanques cliffs and Frioul islands, which outshines the brief London view in both drama and duration.
What can I see during takeoff from Heathrow in London?
During takeoff from Heathrow (LHR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing Heathrow on the standard southbound track, the initial left turn swings the aircraft over southwest and central London, giving left-side passengers a brief but recognizable view of the Thames, Wembley Stadium, and the London skyline before climbing over the Surrey countryside. Notable sights include: River Thames, Wembley Stadium, Central London skyline, Surrey Hills.
What can I see when landing at Provence in Marseille?
When landing at Provence (MRS), sit on the Right side for the best views. With Mistral winds favoring runway 31 approaches, arriving flights typically curve in from the south over the Mediterranean, giving right-side passengers sweeping views of the Marseille coastline, the Frioul islands, and the dramatic white limestone cliffs of the Calanques just before touchdown. Notable sights include: Mediterranean Sea, Frioul Islands, Calanques cliffs, Marseille harbor.
How long is the flight from London to Marseille?
The flight from Heathrow (LHR) to Provence (MRS) takes 1h 55m.
What does the London to Marseille flight path pass over?
English Channel near Normandy, the Seine estuary, and the northern edge of the Massif Central plateau are visible along the cruise track before the descent toward the Rhône valley and Mediterranean coast.